Travel Echo Tech

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Windsor Healthcare Recruitment Group, Inc. to find a qualified Echo Tech in Santa Fe, New Mexico, 87505

Pay Information
$2,478 per week

About The Position

SHIFT: 7:00AM - 5:30PMSTART: ASAPRATE: $90REQUIRED:CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: A.R.D.M.S./CCI registered or registry eligible or comparable national accreditation required. State of New Mexico Echo Sonographer License. BLS certification issued through American Heart Association.Weekend RequirementYesPOSITION TITLE: Cardiac Sonographer (Registered)DEPARTMENT: Echo Lab (Echocardiography)POSITION SUMMARY: Performs diagnostic echocardiograms on adults and pediatric patients.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High school diploma or equivalent. Two year allied health education program that is patient care related.Allied health occupations include but are not limited to: diagnostic medical sonographer, radiologic technologist, respiratory therapist, occupational therapist, physical therapist and/or registered nurse preferred.CERTIFICATION/LICENSES: A.R.D.M.S./CCI registered or registry eligible or comparable national accreditation required.State of New Mexico Echo Sonographer License. BLS certification issued through American Heart Association within six months of hire.SKILLS: Ability to communicate effectivelyDemonstrates strong organizational skillsAbility to work collaboratively with others from a variety of disciplinesAbility to work at a rapid pace under stressful conditionsManual dexterity to perform echocardiograms.EXPERIENCE: Two years of actively doing echocardiograms preferred.NATURE OF SUPERVISION: -Responsible to: Director of Cardiovascular Services ENVIRONMENT:- Bloodborne pathogenCMay be exposed to physical injury, infectious diseases and airborne and blood borne pathogens. Requires knowledge of safety standards to limit exposure to infectious diseases.PHYSICAL patients, pushing heavy equipment, beds, and carts.ESSENTIAL technically proficient 2D, M-mode and Doppler cardiac ordinates activities with interrelated hospital departments, including scheduling exams, transporting patients, answering the phone and assuring billing information is accurately entered for payment.Assists cardiologist while dictating exams by preparing and measuring M-modes and by exchanging any other pertinent information contributing to the diagnosis.Acts as go-between to deliver, pick up and distribute dictations in a timely manner.Responds to patients needs during exam. Reports changes in patient condition to physician or nurse in charge.Orders Echo supplies. Keeps rooms clean and neat and supplied as needed.Logs patients and exams and files patient records in the department.Participates in Performance Improvement activities at the departmental, interdepartmental and hospital-wide levels.Shares responsibility for on-call coverage for echo emergency exams done apart from regular working hours as established by department policy.Maintains quality control of the equipment operation and quality of examinations performed. Coordinates repair services as needed.Keeps current on events/advances in the field of Echocardiography. Seeks advice and mentors with cardiologists regarding new skills and knowledge in the field.Assists with other cardiac procedures as needed.CUSTOMER RELATIONS: (Refer to Customer Relations for definition.)Exhibits behaviors and actions that create a high level of patient/customer satisfaction, positive patient/customer relations, and respect for the patient s/customer s rights needs, and confidentiality.Demonstrates effective communication and human relations skills, which promote harmony and teamwork.Presents behaviors and actions that maintain the hospital s credibility, integrity, and positive image.Demonstrates behaviors and actions that support the mission, goals, and operations of the hospital and which contribute to continuous service improvement.Other ResponsibilitiesAssists with special projects as assigned.Accurately interprets and communicates Human Resources Policies and Procedures.Exhibits flexibility, adapting readily to changes in the work environment or work schedule.Maintains a positive attitude, even during periods of stress.Assumes responsibility for professional growth and plies and adheres to all CSV policies.Maintains positive attendance and communicates in advance any absence from work.Adheres to all patient and environmental safety policies and procedures.Engages in sustainable practices: whenever possible, Associate tried to reduce the environmental impact of their work especially their waste and greenhouse gas emissions.Associates improve their knowledge regarding sustainable practices whenever possible. Our mission is to further CSV as a leader in healthcare and sustainability for the betterment of the community we serve.Show more

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