What are the responsibilities and job description for the Echocardiography Technician position at Valora Medical Center LLC?
Valora Medical Group is a visionary company focused on high-quality primary care and value-based care and consists of healthcare providers and professionals dedicated to the health and well-being of our patients. At Valora, we treat our patients like family.
With multiple locations throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area, we understand that providing quality medical care and an exceptional patient experience across all our centers requires having an outstanding team.
Summary
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Echocardiogram Technician to join our healthcare team on a per diem basis. As an Echocardiogram Technician, you will perform echocardiograms and assist physicians in diagnosing cardiovascular conditions. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to work in various healthcare settings.
This position will be traveling to all of our clinics in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
Responsibilities
- Use sonographic equipment to identify and observe the area(s) of concern
- Report any abnormalities or imaging of concern to the proper medical staff for further inspection
- Prepare the exam room and equipment necessary before any examinations
- Maintain sonography equipment and report any failures while performing tests.
- Manage several patients and priorities while maintaining a high level of patient care
- Perform ultrasounds, echocardiograms, retina screening
- Perform other duties as delegated by the immediate supervisor.
- Write reports based on scan results.
- Display flexibility in a fast-paced work environment
Certifications/Licenses (must possess one certification or able to get certified within 90 days of start date)
- ARDMS - Certified Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist
Qualifications/Education:
- Associate's Degree in medical sonography or related field
- Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
- Certified Cardiac Sonographer, Registered Vascular Technologist, or Echocardiogram Technologist is required or must be obtained within 90 days of start date
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred
- 3 years of echocardiography and/or vascular experience
- Proficiency in performing echocardiograms, including knowledge of anatomy
- Must have reliable transportation to commute to assigned clinics in the DFW area
- Experience with EMR, eClinicalWorks (eCW), is a plus
- Must demonstrate exceptional customer service and strive for a positive patient experience
- Must have effective written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to establish working relationships, resolve interpersonal conflicts, and apply basic staff etiquette in dealing with others
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
- Ability to learn new procedures and adapt quickly to change
- Innovative, motivated, organized, and team player
- Follow through with commitments.
- Ability to work independently
- Proactive and self-starter.
EEO Statement: Valora Medical Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, citizenship status, or other status protected by law. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, we will hire only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This position will require traveling to different centers each day. Would that works for you?
- What is your desired pay rate?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- echocardiography: 2 years (Required)
- Customer service: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Dallas-Fort Worth, TX (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 75% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road