What are the responsibilities and job description for the Echo Tech position at UT Health Athens?
Overview
Join our team as a PRN, Echo Technician in Athens, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
- Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
- People-First: We prioritize your well-being with a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
- Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
Get to Know Your Team:
- UT Health Athens is a 127-bed facility, including a 24-hour ED, designated as a Level IV trauma center and Level III stroke center; advanced diagnostic technology; 10-bed ICU; maternity unit radiation therapy center; and a stand-alone ED in Gun Barrel City.
Responsibilities
Performs ultrasound procedures for all ages by utilizing imaging modalities in order to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disease. Subject to overtime and call back as required by the hospital.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Qualified second year student from an allied Health Echocardiography program
- Echo Registry eligible per ICAEL standards
- CPR Certified Basic Life Support (BLS)
- CPR Certified Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire date.
- Echo registered in RDCS or RCS within six (6) months of hire date.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Allied Health degree in Cardiac Ultrasound experience performing Echocardiagraphy studies
- Minimum of 1 year of patient care experience
- Minimum of 1 year of experience performing Echocardiography studies
