Echocardiograph Tech Reg

Job Title: Echocardiograph Tech Reg

Location: RWJUH Rahway Hospital

Department Name: Echo / Vascular Lab

Req #: 0000244670

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $49.43 - $61.04 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Join our diagnostic team as an Echocardiograph Technician, where you will perform high-quality cardiac imaging to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of adult patients with known or suspected heart anomalies. In this vital clinical role, you will utilize advanced modalities including M-mode, 2-Dimensional, and Color Doppler, while collaborating closely with departments like the Cardiac Cath Lab, Emergency Department, and Surgery. You will serve as a technical expert in the Cardiopulmonary Department, ensuring patient safety and providing critical data to interpreting physicians in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Completion and certification from an AMA-approved program in Cardiovascular Technology, specifically including echocardiography.
• Registered by the ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) or CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International), or currently registry-eligible.
• Must meet the physical requirements of the ADA to manage equipment transport and patient positioning.
• Versatility and willingness to cross-train in additional cardiology procedures, such as EKGs.

Preferred:

• Prior experience performing and assisting with Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) procedures.
• Proficiency in utilizing the SCM system for billing, order entry, and data management.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and promptly report abnormal clinical manifestations to attending physicians.
• Active participation in ongoing professional development and technical conferences.

Scheduling Requirements

• Full-Time (FT).
• Day

Essential Functions:

• Perform optimal quality M-mode, 2-D, and Color Flow Doppler Ultrasound studies as ordered by a physician.
• Assist with and facilitate Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) procedures to support comprehensive cardiac evaluations.
• Identify and recognize abnormal clinical manifestations during studies, notifying the interpreting or attending physician of critical observations immediately.
• Explain procedures to patients to allay apprehensions and ensure a positive patient experience during testing.
• Transport imaging equipment to various patient care areas to perform high-quality portable studies as needed.
• Maintain routine maintenance of ultrasound equipment and notify administration of necessary major repairs.
• Perform EKG tracings and other cardiology procedures as required to ensure adequate departmental coverage.
• Utilize hospital computer systems for accurate billing, order entry, and the charging/crediting of patient tests.
• Manage clerical duties, including filing recordings, maintaining statistical logs, and distributing reports to the appropriate medical floors or facilities.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.