Registered Cardiac Echo Tech PRN

Vibra Travels•Ingram, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Peterson Health is seeking a PRN Registered Cardiac Echo Tech. The position requires flexibility in scheduling. Working under the supervision of radiologists and the management team, the technologist acquires diagnostic images for interpretation and assists with invasive procedures as requested. The role uses a Canon aplio i700 ultrasound system. Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization in Kerrville, Texas. It is recognized as a Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital, is Magnet® designated for nursing excellence, and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years.

Requirements

Associate degree in Radiologic Science and/or registry from ARDMS, ARRT, or CCI.
Registration through one of the following: ARRT, ARDMS, or CCI.
BLS CPR certification and vascular registry.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal relationship, decision-making, and patient care skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, positioning, techniques, radiation protection, and safety.
Knowledge of ultrasound physics and medical terminology.
Ability to determine correct probe utilization and placement for optimal imaging.
Ability to position patients and adjust equipment to produce desired or optimum images.
Ability to operate imaging equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to adapt techniques and develop improved techniques to keep the department up to date.
Ability to determine appropriate protocols to achieve optimum diagnostic images efficiently.
Entry-level education as a registered ultrasound technologist.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree.
Multiple-modality registry in abdomen, cardiac echo, vascular, and/or breast.
One year of experience as a registered ultrasound technologist.

Responsibilities

Acquire diagnostic images for interpretation under the supervision of radiologists and the management team.
Assist with invasive procedures as requested.
Position patients and adjust equipment to produce desired or optimum images.
Examine images to evaluate techniques, positions, and other related qualities.
Determine appropriate protocols and probe utilization and placement to produce optimum diagnostic images efficiently.
Operate imaging equipment safely and efficiently.