DeTar Healthcare System
Echo Technologist
Victoria
,
TX
Full Time
This is a Full-Time Position.
What We Offer
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What We Offer
- Competitive Pay + Shift Differentials
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Generous Paid Time-Off (PTO)
- Extended Illness Bank (EIB)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Matching 401(k)
- Clinical Ladder Program
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- Opportunities for career advancement
- Rewards and recognition programs
- Additional perks and discounts
Job Summary
The Echo/Vascular Technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound and vascular imaging procedures to evaluate the structure and function of the heart and vascular system. This role supports patient care across multiple departments, ensuring accurate and timely diagnostic results that aid in patient treatment planning.
Essential Functions - Performs echocardiograms and vascular ultrasound procedures, following protocols to ensure high-quality diagnostic imaging.
- Operates ultrasound equipment safely, maintaining cleanliness and ensuring functionality for optimal use in patient assessments.
- Conducts preliminary evaluations and records findings, providing comprehensive data for physician interpretation.
- Collaborates with healthcare providers across departments, facilitating the coordination of patient care and timely delivery of diagnostic results.
- Ensures patient safety and comfort during procedures, adhering to age-specific care considerations and maintaining a respectful approach.
- Documents procedures and findings accurately in electronic medical records (EMR), ensuring compliance with department standards and regulatory requirements.
- Assists in scheduling, preparing, and positioning patients for imaging, ensuring proper patient identification and verification of orders.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- 0-1 years of experience in echocardiography and/or vascular imaging required
- Basic understanding of echocardiography and vascular imaging techniques.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, physicians, and healthcare staff.
- Ability to handle imaging equipment safely and accurately.
- Good organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and patient care.
- Proficiency in using EMR systems and diagnostic imaging software.
- RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer required or
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
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