Echocardiology/Ultrasound Technologist - Adirondack Cardiology
About The Position
The Impact You Can Make Team Impact The Echo/Ultrasound technologist will work directly with radiologists and cardiologist to perform a variety of ultrasound procedures that require judgment and ingenuity while responding to any of the patient’s special, physical, emotional, spiritual and/or age-specific related needs. The Glens Falls Hospital Impact Mission Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting. How You Will Fulfill Your Potential
Requirements
- Successful completion of an accredited Ultrasound Program
- RDCS Credential with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or RCS Credential with Cardiovascular Credentialing International. OR Registry eligible with the above organization and certification within 1 year of hire (new graduates)
- CPR certification
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, staff, and physicians.
- Ability to provide excellent customer service to a variety of people.
- Ability to promote and work in a team setting.
- Transthoracic, Stress, and Transesophageal experience
- Ultrasound/Echo machine experience, GE and Philips
- 2D, MMode, Color Doppler, PW/CW, 3D proficient
- Ability to problem solve and work independently
- Computer/phone skills
Responsibilities
- Performs quality ultrasound exams with the appropriate technical skills and according to the established procedure protocols.
- Provides for appropriate patient care, safety, education, and a favorable customer service experience during procedures.
- Maintains appropriate documentation of patient records especially in the Radiology Information System and PACS (computer systems) to meet operating standards, corporate compliance practices, and/or regulatory and accreditation requirements.
- Presents appropriate filming and technical findings of ultrasound scans to the radiologist/cardiologist.
- Collaborates and participates in department related projects and/or teams focused on improvement opportunities as needed.
- Performs other related operational duties as needed including, but not limited to, transporting patients, office/clerical functions, equipment troubleshooting, maintaining supplies in rooms, and cleaning ultrasound equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
