TECH - ECHO, / Stress Test, Per Diem, Varied

UHS • Palmdale, CA

113d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Department Director and/or medical staff, the Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for various procedures within the Cardiovascular US Lab, such as Echocardiography, TEE’s, Stress testing, vascular testing, etc. Additional responsibilities include but are not limited to providing a technologist’s impression of the study, proper notification regarding abnormal studies, and accurate billing information.

Requirements

• 1-year previous experience in a patient care environment is preferred.
• General education level (high school).
• 1 or 2 years post-secondary education program specializing in sonographic cardiovascular procedures.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Basic organizational and computer skills.
• Eligible for the ARDMS registry (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography).
• BLS certification.
• CPI is required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform Echocardiography procedures.
• Conduct Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE’s).
• Administer Stress testing.
• Execute vascular testing.
• Provide a technologist’s impression of the study.
• Notify regarding abnormal studies.
• Ensure accurate billing information.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees