Echocardiography Tech-Pediatrics-Per Diem

Northwell Health • New York, NY

36d

About The Position

Performs 2/3 dimensional, Color Flow, and Doppler Echocardiograms.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency, required.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), required.
• Minimum of two (2) years related experience, required.
• Knowledge of ultrasound equipment, oximeter, blood pressure monitor, echo database computer, fax machine, and telephone, required.
• Current and valid BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Technical Proficiency: Expertise in operating ultrasound equipment, using various imaging modalities (2D, 3D, Doppler), and understanding the physics of ultrasound
• Specialized Knowledge: A deep and detailed understanding of pediatric cardiac anatomy, physiology, and congenital heart disease.
• Minimum of two (2) years of pediatrics echocardiography experience

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree with completion of ultrasound program, preferred.
• Experience in cardiac ultrasound, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs 2/3 dimensional, color flow, and Doppler echoes. Downloads images for diagnosing. Records all measurements after each case.
• Transeophageal Echocardiograms: Assists by preparing equipment. Sterilizes tee probes after each use. Assist in scheduling patients with clinicians. Maintains related logs.
• Stress Echocardiograms: Prepares patient for stress echo by explaining test and prepping patient.
• Enters information into stress machine and log book. Acquires proper images for stress testing. Assists physician during testing. Enters patient information into teletracking system to request patient transport.
• Maintains patient demographic information for video tapes.
• Ensures scheduled studies are completed by end of day.
• Contacts equipment manufacturers to report any malfunctions and facilitate repair.
• Orders supplies, keeps work space neat and orderly.
• Posts next days schedule for TEE and Echo. Prepares and stocks exam rooms for next day.
• Performs related duties, as required.
• ADA Essential Functions

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees