Echocardiography Technologist II - PRN -DCMC

Luminis Health • Lanham, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs echocardiographic procedures, using specialized equipment, to measure, calculate, and report pertinent patient data facilitating accurate diagnostic outcome. Echo tech 1 or 2 will be determined by the leadership upon hiring. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Conducts Echocardiograms as requested throughout the Medical Center, including all patient rooms and emergency room. Explains procedure to patients, providing instructions and direct care to ensure accuracy and patient comfort. Recognizes artifacts, eliminates probable causes and troubleshoots minor equipment problems. Consistently meets department standards for RVU's while maintaining quality work. Processes images acquired from different modalities according to established policies and procedures. Performs data entry as it relates to procedures including charges pick lists, logbook, and schedule related functions to ensure corporate compliance. Practices radiation safety and ensures that other staff and students are compliant. Obtains pertinent clinical data adequately as it relates to procedures performed. Analyzes, processes, and reports outcomes in a timely manner. Provides care to patients and families in a developmentally, culturally, and ethically appropriate manner.

Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent with specialized training in Echocardiography.
• Ability to perform, measure, and preliminary interpret echo studies.
• Three (3) years’ experience in Echocardiography with a minimum of two years’ experience performing adult and pediatric echocardiograms, TEE's, and stress echocardiograms.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification or must obtain within 90-days from date of hire.
• Registered Echo Sonographer (RCVT, RDCS, or RDCF) with the ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) with CCI.

Responsibilities

• Conducts Echocardiograms as requested throughout the Medical Center, including all patient rooms and emergency room.
• Explains procedure to patients, providing instructions and direct care to ensure accuracy and patient comfort.
• Recognizes artifacts, eliminates probable causes and troubleshoots minor equipment problems.
• Consistently meets department standards for RVU's while maintaining quality work.
• Processes images acquired from different modalities according to established policies and procedures.
• Performs data entry as it relates to procedures including charges pick lists, logbook, and schedule related functions to ensure corporate compliance.
• Practices radiation safety and ensures that other staff and students are compliant.
• Obtains pertinent clinical data adequately as it relates to procedures performed.
• Analyzes, processes, and reports outcomes in a timely manner.
• Provides care to patients and families in a developmentally, culturally, and ethically appropriate manner.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan (with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees