Echocardiography Technologist
Alexandria, LA
TalentBurst, Inc
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Title - Travel: Echocardiogram Technician

Location- Alexandria, LA

Duration - 13 weeks 
Shift: DAYS, 8hr, 8AM - 4:30PM, 40hr/week
 

Temp to perm is a possibility

Type of patients on the unit: Primarily adult echo with occasional pediatric tele-med
Weekend Requirement: Weekend is rotating every 5th week
On Call Requirement: On call 1 week every 5th week
Nurse / Patient Ratio: 6-8 echos per day

Experience:

• Two years of experience in cardiology field preferred
• Experience with stress testing is preferred
• Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications:
• BLS required via AHA
• DCS, RCS, RDMS through ARDMS or CCI within

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• High School Diploma required
• Graduate of an accredited school of Ultrasound Technology preferred

Summary:

• Perform quality diagnostic echo cardiology procedures independent of supervision and responds to the cardiologists input as appropriate. Assume responsibility for related tasks as assigned.
• Promotes teambuilding initiatives within service line and departments serviced.
• Behavior and communication skills must align with the organizations mission, values, and culture.
   

Responsibilities:

• Performs all routine echocardiograms for evaluation of possible abnormal heart defects or disease.
• Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms.
  Performs stress echocardiograms to evaluate for coronary artery disease.
• Notifies physicians daily for exam interpretation. Checks weekly for needed supplies.
• Demonstrates competence to perform assigned patient care responsibilities in a manner that meets the age specific and developmental needs of patients served by the department.
• Appropriately adapts assessment, treatment, and/or service methods to accommodate age-specific or other developmental needs of of the patient.
• Demonstrates adherence to the Core values of *** Healthcare.
  Performs other duties as assigned.
  
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