Echo Technologist Diem - Cardiology (HPW) - PT - Varied

Work Shift: Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advance technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region. Position Overview: Demonstrates a thorough understanding of echocardiography principles and theory, anatomy and pathology processes utilizingthe most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal examinations. Provides interpretable data, relevant clinical history and technical interpretation results for all examinations performed using ICAEL standards. Performs other diagnostic cardiology duties such as cardiac stress testing, ECG, and halter-monitoring as assigned. Performs cleaning procedure post-TEE to ensure integrity of TEE scope following infection control guidelines and department policy. Assists cardiologist in performing Transesophageal Echocardiography and accurately acquires images as directed. Assists cardiologist / nurse practitioner in performing Stress Echocardiography and accurately acquires images as directed. Logs and charges all procedures performed and routes studies to the physician for interpretation. Notifies referring physician with preliminary results upon identification of potentially critical findings or STAT examination, as evidenced by departmental documentation tool. Retrieves patient files for all previously seen patients and combines with labeled paperwork. Assists with other cardiology diagnostic duties including processing ECG filing and electronic management system. Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work area in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of patients and employees. Ensures rooms are stocked with supplies and exam rooms are readily available for procedures. Troubleshoots equipment and reports equipment issues to biomedical engineering/vendor. Performs routine maintenance and aseptic cleaning of all patient related equipment to maintain consistent quality and safety. Operates imaging and other related equipment according to manufacturer specifications. Administers sound patient care practices according to hospital and departmental policies and procedures, to ensure the safety and satisfaction of patients. Offers are contingent upon successful completion of our onboarding process and pre-employment physical. Capital Health will require all applicants to have an annual flu vaccine prior to start date, with the exception of individuals with medical and religious exemptions. "Company will never ask candidates for social security numbers or date of birth during application phase. If you are asked for this information online, you may be a target for identity theft." Welcome to Capital Health's new career opportunity page. Here you will have access to view and apply to career opportunities in our hospital and physician practice locations. Equal Opportunity Employer Notice Capital Health Benefits