Echocardiography Technician - FT Atrium Health Navicent

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Macon, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Echocardiography Technician will be responsible for providing quality patient care, including direct and indirect patient care, and engaging in continuing education. This role involves following established protocols, maintaining accurate patient records, ensuring procedure areas are clean and organized, and handling biohazard materials safely. The technician will also complete required competency checklists and seek guidance when needed.

Requirements

Must be registered or registry-eligible in Adult Echocardiography through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), with certification obtained within one year.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Graduate of a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), OR Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of two years of experience performing echocardiograms, OR Four years of on-the-job training and experience working as an echocardiographer.
Educational Pathway: Completion of a program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). No additional experience.
Bachelor’s Degree Pathway: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (Health or Biomedical Sciences). Minimum of two years of hands-on experience performing echocardiograms.
On-the-Job Training Pathway: A minimum of four years of full-time, on-the-job training and experience working as an echocardiographer. Experience must include independent performance of echocardiographic procedures and familiarity with standard protocols.
Knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology, including congenital and acquired heart conditions.
Proficiency in echocardiographic techniques, including 2D, M-mode, Doppler, and color flow imaging.
Understanding of ultrasound physics and equipment operation.
Ability to obtain and interpret diagnostic-quality images independently.
Skill in patient care and communication, including positioning and explaining procedures.
Familiarity with clinical documentation standards and use of electronic medical records (EMR).
Ability to follow protocols and safety procedures, including infection control.
Physical ability to assist patients and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Actively engages in performance improvement and quality initiatives in collaboration with leadership.
Supports utilization review and new product evaluations to enhance patient care outcomes.
Follows established protocols and collaborative care guidelines to ensure safe and effective treatment.
Maintains accurate patient records and adheres to infection control standards.
Provides age-appropriate care across the lifespan in a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
Keeps procedure areas clean and organized, ensuring readiness for fluctuating patient volumes.
Handles biohazard materials safely and reports equipment issues or unsafe conditions promptly.
Maintains effective communication tools and adapts to changing departmental needs with efficiency.
Completes required competency checklists within designated timeframes, including age-specific training.
Seek guidance when needed and escalates complex issues appropriately to ensure continuous learning and safe practice.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program