What are the responsibilities and job description for the Echocardiograph Technologist, Pediatrics position at MemorialCare Medical Foundation?
Title: Echocardiograph Technologist
Location: Irvine, CA
Department: Echo Sonography
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Days
Pay Rate*: $51.00/hr
At MemorialCare Health System, we believe in providing extraordinary healthcare to our communities and an exceptional working environment for our employees. Memorial Care stands for excellence in Healthcare. Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration and accountability. Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation and teamwork.
Position Summary
Complete procedure and documentation of diagnostic images based on provider order for the Radiologist’s interpretation. Responsible for the care and comfort of patients during any diagnostic echocardiogram while incorporating the five (5) Simply Better steps with every patient and team member interaction.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job
· Must have the ability, skill-set, qualifications, education, and licensure that are required for all the responsibilities this position must cover.
· Must excel in communication (written & verbal), customer service and can work independently or as part of a team.
· Must excel in prioritization, organization and multi-tasking while demonstrating attention to detail and follow through.
· Can utilize critical thinking skills to identify issues, problem solve to logical conclusion, demonstrate initiative, and be responsible.
· Demonstrate proficiency of all duties within the Scope of Practice for licensure.
· Implement orders and treatment plan components as directed by Provider(s).
· Prepare patients for radiological procedures following established process for patient care and safety.
· Perform echocardiogram examination(s) and demonstrate technical knowledge of cross-sectional human anatomy, physiology, pathology, physical principals and instrumentation.
· Be at work and be on time.
· Follow company policies, procedures and directives.
· Interact in a positive and constructive manner.
· Prioritize and multitask.
*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare—that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there’s more...Check out our MemorialCare Benefits for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
Qualifications:
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications/Work Experience:
• Two (2) year minimum in Echocardiography and other cardio diagnostic procedures.
Education/Licensure/Certification:
• High School graduate or equivalent
• Certificate from Accredited ARDMS School.
• Certification of Completion for Echocardiographic Basic Course.
• AA in Cardiovascular Technology or equivalent experience preferred.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) preferred.
• Current BLS Healthcare Provider.
Salary : $51
