What are the responsibilities and job description for the Echo Tech position at Abrazo Health?
Overview
Embark on a rewarding career with Tenet Physician Resources. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
At Tenet Physician Resources, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include
Job Summary
LOCATION: Abrazo Arrowhead Cardio
The Echo Tech uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment, to produce images of the heart. These procedures require specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population.
Responsibilities
Education: High school diploma/GED and a successful completion of an Ultrasound Tech program.
Certification: Certification from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) required or registry eligible with registration required within 12 months. BLS certification required.
Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience in a clinical setting required; two years preferred
Organization Description
As one of the valleys top healthcare systems, Abrazo Medical Groups mission is to provide quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve. Abrazo Medical Group, in partnership with Abrazo Health, is a high-quality multispecialty healthcare provider comprised of approximately 20 primary care and specialty outpatient clinic locations, 5 acute care hospitals and 4 neighborhood emergency centers. With over 120 employed physicians and practitioners, our services are close to home or work.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
2603005681
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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Education: High school diploma/GED and a successful completion of an Ultrasound Tech program.
Certification: Certification from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) required or registry eligible with registration required within 12 months. BLS certification required.
Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience in a clinical setting required; two years preferred
,
Embark on a rewarding career with Tenet Physician Resources. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
At Tenet Physician Resources, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Job Summary
LOCATION: Abrazo Arrowhead Cardio
The Echo Tech uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment, to produce images of the heart. These procedures require specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population.
Responsibilities
- Adheres to the mission, purpose, philosophy, and policies of Tenet Physician Resources, including the HIPAA Compliance Plan and Privacy Standards.
- Demonstrates support for the Corporate Compliance Program by following the Code of Conduct and reporting issues or concerns in a timely manner.
- Sets up equipment and prepares patients for examinations, ensuring patient safety by following company procedures and protocols.
- Selects the proper transducer type and frequency and moves equipment/machines as needed for testing purposes.
- Obtains and reviews pertinent patient history, physical exams, and clinical data to facilitate physician diagnosis.
- Performs diagnostic procedures by producing and evaluating ultrasound images in accordance with organization and site protocols.
- Provides interpreting physicians with oral or written summaries of technical findings at their discretion.
- Maintains and cleans equipment per manufacturer guidelines and reports any difficulties or failures immediately.
- Completes all paperwork and billing requisitions accurately, including obtaining proper exam orders, diagnoses, and patient signatures.
- Maintains supplies for testing sites and assists with other clinical functions as directed.
Education: High school diploma/GED and a successful completion of an Ultrasound Tech program.
Certification: Certification from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) required or registry eligible with registration required within 12 months. BLS certification required.
Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience in a clinical setting required; two years preferred
Organization Description
As one of the valleys top healthcare systems, Abrazo Medical Groups mission is to provide quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve. Abrazo Medical Group, in partnership with Abrazo Health, is a high-quality multispecialty healthcare provider comprised of approximately 20 primary care and specialty outpatient clinic locations, 5 acute care hospitals and 4 neighborhood emergency centers. With over 120 employed physicians and practitioners, our services are close to home or work.
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
2603005681
Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
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Education: High school diploma/GED and a successful completion of an Ultrasound Tech program.
Certification: Certification from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Certification from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) required or registry eligible with registration required within 12 months. BLS certification required.
Experience: A minimum of 1 year experience in a clinical setting required; two years preferred
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- Adheres to the mission, purpose, philosophy, and policies of Tenet Physician Resources, including the HIPAA Compliance Plan and Privacy Standards.
- Demonstrates support for the Corporate Compliance Program by following the Code of Conduct and reporting issues or concerns in a timely manner.
- Sets up equipment and prepares patients for examinations, ensuring patient safety by following company procedures and protocols.
- Selects the proper transducer type and frequency and moves equipment/machines as needed for testing purposes.
- Obtains and reviews pertinent patient history, physical exams, and clinical data to facilitate physician diagnosis.
- Performs diagnostic procedures by producing and evaluating ultrasound images in accordance with organization and site protocols.
- Provides interpreting physicians with oral or written summaries of technical findings at their discretion.
- Maintains and cleans equipment per manufacturer guidelines and reports any difficulties or failures immediately.
- Completes all paperwork and billing requisitions accurately, including obtaining proper exam orders, diagnoses, and patient signatures.
- Maintains supplies for testing sites and assists with other clinical functions as directed.