Echocardiographer

Garnet Health•Mechanicstown, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Echocardiographer performs echocardiogram procedures using echo equipment to help diagnose heart disease. The role requires knowledge and skill to provide appropriate treatment and care to patients across pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. This position is part of the Echo team at Garnet Health Medical Center Middletown. The role involves working in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility, with procedures performed in a dimly lit, air-conditioned area. The position requires continuous use of eyes and hands for equipment adjustments and may involve irregular hours, including evenings or potentially weekends, for operational and community events as necessary.

Requirements

High school graduate with successfully completed courses in general and biological sciences.
Successful completion of Cardiac Echo School.
Echocardiography training and preparation to perform a full echocardiography study.
Successful completion of a Cardiac Echo Externship.
Specialized training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and anatomy of the heart.
Current BLS certification.
Physical and functional ability to perform a full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks.
Visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment.
Ability to withstand long periods of sitting, standing, and/or constant walking.
Ability to lift 25 pounds.
Ability to work under pressure, organize and synthesize new information, prioritize tasks, multitask, and maintain detailed attention despite interruptions.

Nice To Haves

Current registration with ARDMS or CCI, or registry eligibility.

Responsibilities

Perform echocardiogram procedures using echo equipment on patients for diagnosis of heart disease.
Provide appropriate treatment and care based on the ages of patients served, including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Operate computer and office equipment and make adjustments during procedures.
Push the echo machine to the bedside as needed, using proper body mechanics.
Transport patients by stretcher or wheelchair as needed, using proper body mechanics.
Lift or adjust patients as needed.
Foster collaborative relationships, work well under pressure, organize and synthesize new information, prioritize tasks, and demonstrate critical thinking, analytical skills, flexibility, multitasking, and attention to detail.
Demonstrate sensitivity to customer needs and expectations.
Participate in operational and community events as necessary, potentially during evenings or weekends.