PD Echo Tech, Non-Invasive Cardiac Lab

RWJBarnabas Health • Elizabeth, NJ

55d • $58 - $58 • Onsite

About The Position

The Echo Technologist performs echocardiograms daily on inpatients and outpatients of all age groups, assists the cardiologist with TEE, performs high-level disinfection probes, has a strong commitment to patient safety and quality care, and has the ability to work with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Graduated from an accredited Ultrasound program specializing in Echocardiography
• Current license/certification/registry eligible as Registered Echocardiography Technician - RCS or RDCS
• Current Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association (BLS)

Nice To Haves

• Pediatric experience
• 1-2 years of related work experience

Responsibilities

• Schedules inpatient echo around outpatient appointments
• Schedules in-patients with transport team
• Perform echo on all age groups: Neonatal/Infants, Pediatrics, Adults/ Geriatrics
• Perform portable echo when necessary
• Notify appropriate physician when patient scanning shows pericardial effusion with tamponade or thrombus
• Schedule TEE appointments with physicians and other departments involved
• Assist Cardiologist when performing TEE procedures
• Prepare and clean TEE scope prior to and after procedure
• Set up necessary files for reading physician
• Order supplies and linen for department as needed
• Compiles files for archiving as needed
• Participate in departmental quality improvement projects

Benefits

• At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees