Echo Tech PRN

About the Role

Under the direction of the supervisor of non-invasive cardiology, the echo team performs all echocardiograms including 2D, M-Mode, color Doppler, pulse wave Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, transesophageal echocardiogram, stress echo, and other related examinations according to established standards and practices at a high technical level.

Responsibilities

• Assures proper patient identification and safety.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Demonstrates understanding of universal precautions and role in fire and disaster situations.
• Participates in mandatory programs.
• Maintains an organized and clean working environment.
• Completes forms, records, and logs accurately for billing and procedural documentation.
• Prepares echocardiographic worksheets for physicians' review and interpretation.
• Supports department Quality Assurance process through accurate, timely, and complete data collection.
• Works independently while maintaining positive professional relationships with peers, physicians, and customers.
• Resolves conflict and utilizes the chain of command to drive appropriate outcomes.
• Demonstrates sound knowledge in response to STAT calls and prioritizes both STAT and routine orders.
• Demonstrates technical proficiency in all echo procedures.
• Uses critical thinking skills to assess patient conditions and provide additional views to assist cardiologists.
• Manages supplies and forms within budget.
• Participates in required and continuing education.
• Attends or completes all mandatory facility and departmental education requirements.
• Responsible for patient preparation, including assessing compliance with NPO status, patient transport, placement of electrodes, blood pressure cuff, securing IV access if needed, and maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.

Requirements

• Graduate from an associate degree echo program and/or an accredited echo training program preferred.
• High School Diploma and/or GED.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association required.
• Current American Heart Association ACLS preferred.
• RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with equipment including Philips ie33 and EPIQ, TEE probes (including sterilization process), and Epic preferred.
• Typing and computer skills preferred.
• 1 year of hospital experience preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in all echocardiographic procedures.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

Age-Specific Care

• Children: 12+ years – 18 years
• Adults: 18+ years – 35 years
• Adults: 65+ years

About the Employer

Methodist Midlothian Medical Center is the first full-service, acute care hospital in Midlothian, Texas. Serving Midlothian and northern Ellis County, we are a 46-bed hospital designed to expand as the community grows. Our services include emergency care, advanced surgery, imaging, labor and delivery, 16 emergency department beds, two operating suites, and the latest digital and medical technologies.

• Level I Maternal Facility for perinatal care
• Level I Neonatal Facility
• Robotic surgery capabilities
• Cardiac catheterization lab

We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcome the skills and talents of all groups. Our distinctions include:

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review, 2023
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
• Gene Rodgers Community Service Award, Midlothian Chamber of Commerce, 2022