Echocardiology Technician, Acute Hospital

About the role

Frye Regional Medical Center is seeking a dynamic Echocardiography Technologist to join our team. This position is full-time, days shift.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician’s orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Maintains patient condition and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedures.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Requirements

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Education/ Certification: Associate's Degree required. Certification: BLS. License: Current Echo Registry, Echo certification registered or registry eligible within one year of employment or transfer into position.

Qualifications

• Experience in echocardiography preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Skills

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency with medical imaging equipment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage, life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full Time Days Shift.