Echocardiography Tech- PT Weekends

Work Shift: Day - 8 Hour (United States of America)Performs sonographic testing to record anatomical structures and their motions. Prepared patient psychologically and physically for examination. Operates echocardiographic recorder while performing the examination, visualizing as many cardiac structures as possible. Selects appropriate tracings for cardiologist. Responsible for carrying out the mission, vision, and quality commitment of Houston Healthcare.

Call rotation required with 30-minute arrival time from notification. May perform other cardio duties as required. May also be trained for additional cath lab duties as required. Qualifications: Education & Training: Completion of an approved/accredited Ultrasound program or two-year echocardiography program. Education can be substituted with experience. Experience: 15 years’ experience as a Cardio/Echocardiography Technician.

Experience can be substituted with education. Required Certification/Registration/Licensure: Current AHA/ARC BLS required. RDCS or RCS certification required or obtained within 9 months. Successful completion of an HHC Basic Rhythm Interpretation Course or CLEP Exam within nine (9) months of hire. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Must have knowledge of cardiac terminology to communicate effectively with patients and medical staff.

Must have knowledge of and ability to operate cardiac equipment commonly used in procedures. Must demonstrate compassion, good communication skills, patient focus and attention to detail. Must have ability to follow physician instructions accurately. Must spend long hours on feet and deal with a variety of patients. Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 20 FTE: 0.5 Expanded Work Shift: On Call: