Echocardiology Technician

Lifepoint Health • Las Cruces, NM

5d

About The Position

The Echocardiology Technician reviews patient history and physician orders, explains procedures and equipment to patients, prepares equipment and supplies, and performs imaging procedures. When ordered and within scope of practice, the technician prepares and administers contrast media or medications. The role includes monitoring patient condition, selecting imaging parameters, maintaining equipment safety and quality, troubleshooting equipment issues, assessing image quality, and entering, transmitting, and reporting scan results. This is a PRN position that works on an as-needed basis.

Requirements

• Associate degree in imaging or equivalent.
• Current Echo Registry.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and physician orders.
• Educate patients about procedures, equipment, and exams to support their understanding and cooperation.
• Prepare and administer contrast media and/or medications when ordered and within scope of practice.
• Continuously monitor patient condition and report or respond to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepare equipment and supplies.
• Select appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implement safety standards and perform quality-control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, or report equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Position patients and perform imaging procedures.
• Analyze results and identify imaging-quality issues; take appropriate action, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
• Enter, transmit, and report scan results.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree