• Job Description

  Req#: 212166

  Overview

  We are seeking an Echocardiography Technologist, sometimes referred to as an Echo Tech (Certified), Echocardiographer or Cardiac Sonographer. An Echo Tech will involve conducting echocardiograms, which are ultrasound scans of patients' hearts. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

  Shift’s Available: Days! 7-5:30 p.m.

  Employment Type: Per Diem

  Hours: Full-time

  Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center

  Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options

  • Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

  • Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

  • Employer 401K options

  • Tuition reimbursement options

  • Life, disability, and other insurance options

  • Many other amazing benefits

  ** To move forward in this position, you must have at least one year experience as an Ultrasound Technologist, with some experience in General Ultrasound (OB/GYN, Abdomen, Lower Extremity or Vascular **

  Responsibilities

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

  • Utilize ultrasound machine to generate images of the heart's chambers, valves, and blood vessels, positioning the ultrasound probe on the patient's chest and adjusting its placement to capture various perspectives of the heart

  • Assess the dimensions, configuration, and motion of the heart's chambers and valves, analyze blood circulation patterns, and identify irregularities such as valve malfunctions, cardiac muscle impairment, or congenital heart anomalies

  • Prepare patients for the procedure, explaining the process and ensuring their comfort, you may need to communicate with patients to adjust positioning or provide instructions for breathing techniques

  • Responsible for maintaining and calibrating ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal image quality, including quality control checks to verify the accuracy of images and equipment functionality

  • Document findings and observations accurately in patient records, you may assist cardiologists or physicians in interpreting results and preparing diagnostic reports

  • Maintain certifications in your field, participate in continuing education and stay updated on advancements in echocardiography techniques and technology

  • Ensure you meet the maintenance requirements for the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) certifications

  Qualifications

  Completion of Echocardiogram program or equivalent training required.

  Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current required.

  Able to assist physician with TEE testing required.

  Previous experience in performing Echocardiograms of all ages preferred.

  Hospital experience in the Cardiology field preferred.

  Effective July 1, 2017 ARDMS or CCI required.

  Proficient computer skills.

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  Employment Status

  Per Diem

  Shift

  Days

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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