Echo Tech, Echo Cardiographer Tech

Under general supervision, performs vascular andechocardiography ultrasound examinations for patients. Participates in a variety of specializedtechnical evaluation procedures, including analyzing digitized electrocardiography(ECG) tapes, Holter monitoring, cardiac ultrasound and echocardiography, andgenerating quantitative arrhythmia reports.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Performs diagnostic cardiovascular and echocardiographyultrasound examinations according to department proceduresLocates and records internal elements of the body, includingblood vessels and organs, and identifies any anomalies indicative of disease,injury, or other medically significant conditionPerforms imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations,including exercise tolerance tests, Holter monitoring, event recorders,electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiographyAdjusts equipment and explains procedures to relax patientto eliminate test artifactsMonitors the patient for potentially dangerous physical andemotional changesRecognizes abnormal rhythms and immediately notifiesphysician.

• Evaluates test results forclarity and accuracy; reviews tests with peersInforms physicians of preliminary findings as requested, andaccording to department proceduresDistributes completed test results to physicians and serviceprovidersMaintains patient charts, enters diagnosis and billingcodes, logs data into patient information systems, and updates file systems fortests performedCleans and sterilizes equipment and work spaceRecognizes equipment malfunctions and adjusts equipment orrefers for repairInstructs patients in pretest preparation, answers questionsand explains proceduresSets up patient room and maintains stock area for proceduresincluding linens, electrodes, and cassette tapes;
• order supplies as necessaryAdheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies andproceduresOther duties as assignedMinimum Requirements : Associate’s degree or experience in a related fieldpreferred and / or per state requirementsOne (1) year of experience as a Cardiovascular technicianpreferredComplies with all relevant professional standards ofpracticeParticipation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicableCurrent CPR if applicableTB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirementsAbility to effectively elicit / provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills;

proficiency in theEnglish language is requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits : Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.

We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school.

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