Echocardiographer, Per Diem, Putnam, CT

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Echocardiographer to join our Ultrasound team. In this role, you will perform high-quality diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures while working closely with a collaborative, patient-centered care team.

Job summary

Under the direction of the Cardiologist, Diagnostic imaging administration and/or Lead Ultrasonographer, the Echocardiographer performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement, ingenuity and initiative in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves to patients for diagnosis of disease.

Responsibilities

• Move transducer, by hand, over specified area of body and observe sound wave display on screen to monitor quality of ultrasonic pattern produced.
• Key test data and patient information into computer of U/S equipment to maintain record of test results.
• Discuss test findings with the cardiologists.
• Explain procedure to the patient.
• Instruct and assist patient in assuming physical position for exam.
• Set, adjust, manipulate, control and maintain a variety of complex electronic equipment to apply non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves to patients for diagnosis of disease.

Requirements

• Attended an accredited school for Echocardiography or have equivalent experience.
• Active ARDMS or CCI certification required and must be maintained.
• CPR – Current AHA Healthcare Provider Certification / equivalent within 3 months of hire is required.
• 1-2 years working in an Ultrasound environment preferred.
• Experience with doppler, stress and trans-esophageal echocardiography and exams under the direction of the Senior Ultrasonographers and Lead Ultrasonographer.

Skills and abilities

• Use common sense and special medical skills to care for the sick and/or handicapped.
• Communicate effectively with patients and families with a caring attitude.
• Evaluate information based on measurable and verifiable criteria.
• Improvise standard procedures where needed.
• Act quickly in an emergency.
• Change from one duty to another frequently and follow instructions exactly.
• Develop new and better techniques to keep the department up to date.
• Accept and perform new procedures as they develop.
• Be self-motivated with regard to increasing present level of understanding and knowledge of the field.
• Perform portable examinations.
• Work various days of the week and holidays as required.
• Work without direct supervision within the guidelines established by the DI Administration.
• High degree of technical aptitude with an in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Benefits

• Accrued Sick Time
• 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution
• Pet Insurance
• Shift Differential
• Pay for Performance

Schedule

• Per Diem
• Hours: Varies
• Location: Putnam, CT
• Per diem employees are expected to work a minimum of 32 hours per month.