Echo Tech Outpatient Cardiology Clinic

At Gadsden Regional Medical Center we believe in the power of people to create great care! We look forward to you becoming our nextEcho Tech! We offer a family friendly work environment perfect for a new grad looking to start their career or an experienced Tech looking to make a change!

Gadsden Regional Medical Center is located in Gadsden AL which offers a variety of attractions such as top tier public schools museums and nature. You can hike one of our beautiful trails fish along the Coosa River or visit Noccalula Falls. Enjoy a quaint night out on Broad Street or enjoy a beautiful mountain sunset. From golf hiking fishing childrens museums and Noccalula Falls there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.

Schedule: Full-Time Days Mon - Thu 7A-5P & Fri 7A-12P (end times may vary)

Job Summary

The Echo Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures using independent judgment to obtain clear and accurate images for physician evaluation. This role is responsible for ensuring patient safety comfort and accurate identification prior to procedures. The Echo Technologist collaborates with healthcare teams to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging and reports to support effective patient care.

What We Offer

• Student Loan Repayment Plans
• Health Insurance Eligibility 1^st of the Month
• 6% 401k Employer Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company provided renewal of BLS

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in echocardiography or cardiac sonography required

Licenses and Certifications

• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or graduate of a program accredited by an agency recognized by CHEA USDOE or CMA that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within first 7 days of employment required
• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer preferred or
• RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer preferred

Essential Functions

• Performs echocardiographic studies including 2-D imaging M-mode tracings and Doppler recordings adhering to departmental standards and physician guidelines.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety and comfort throughout procedures ensuring proper positioning and monitoring during exams.
• Acquires quality Stress Echo and Dobutamine images adhering to benchmark standards with post-exercise image acquisition within 60 seconds or less.
• Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms (TEEs) ensuring optimal imaging and patient safety during the procedure.
• Prepares and maintains equipment supplies and work areas ensuring they are organized and readily available for patient care.
• Accurately documents preliminary reports procedural results and patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) maintaining confidentiality.
• Verifies patient identity orders and consents before conducting procedures adhering to patient safety protocols.
• Collaborates with healthcare teams providing information about patient conditions or changes during procedures to ensure timely evaluation and interpretation by reading cardiologists.
• Demonstrates competency in age-specific care adapting imaging techniques to meet the physiological emotional and cognitive needs of each patient.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

About Gadsden Regional Medical Center

Gadsden Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider a 346-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We are Joint Commission certified in hip and knee replacements and have top-rated programs in cardiology and emergency care.

We work hard every day to be a place of healing caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden Albertville Attalla Boaz Fort Payne Glencoe Hokes Bluff Jacksonville Leesburg Piedmont Rainbow City Southside Steele Wellington and surrounding communities.

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