Technician-ECHO-Per Diem Various-Temecula Valley Hospital

UHS•Temecula, CA

64d•Onsite

About The Position

The Echocardiogram Technologist performs routine and emergency Echocardiography and specialized Echocardiography, Trans esophageal Echocardiograms, Stress Echocardiograms; Assists with non-invasive Cardiology testing, including: EKGs, other diagnostic procedures as needed, and explains the purpose of the procedure to the patient and if necessary, to the family, and performs all procedures in a timely manner. The Echo Tech must demonstrate knowledge of proper position of patient and be able to position patient to optimally visualize cardiac structures. Maintains the patient procedure log and reports statistics to the Manager/Director as needed. Informs physician(s) of significant abnormalities when necessary. Acts as the liaison to the Cardiologist to ensure that all tests are interpreted in a timely manner.

Requirements

Bachelors/Associates that aligns with RDCS or RCS certification requirements
Current BLS (AHA)
Current RDCS by ARDMS required or RCS by CCI Required

Responsibilities

Performs routine and emergency Echocardiography and specialized Echocardiography, Trans esophageal Echocardiograms, Stress Echocardiograms
Assists with non-invasive Cardiology testing, including: EKGs, other diagnostic procedures as needed
Explains the purpose of the procedure to the patient and if necessary, to the family, and performs all procedures in a timely manner
Demonstrates knowledge of proper position of patient and be able to position patient to optimally visualize cardiac structures
Maintains the patient procedure log and reports statistics to the Manager/Director as needed
Informs physician(s) of significant abnormalities when necessary
Acts as the liaison to the Cardiologist to ensure that all tests are interpreted in a timely manner