Travel Cardiovascular Technologist (CVT) - $2,385 per week in Gardner, MA

Cynet Health

Gardner, MA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$2,385–$2,385

SKILLS

Anatomy, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiology, Cardiovascular, Cardiovascular Disease, Cardiovascular Technician (CVT), Disease, Echocardiography, Electrocardiogram, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, High School Diploma, Medical Imaging, Medications, Order Supplies, Patient Care, Physiology, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Stress Testing, Technical Support, Test Equipment, Testing, The Joint Commission (TJC), Ultrasound

LOCATION

Gardner, MA

POSTED

9 days ago

Job Title: Echo Technologist Profession: Diagnostic Imaging Specialty: Echo Technologist Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days Hours per Shift: 40 Experience: Minimum of 5 years License: Credentialed by the ARDMS as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) (AE) Certifications: Current certification in BLS Must-Have: High School Diploma or Equivalent Formal training from an accredited medical sonography program specializing in cardiac sonography At least five years of experience and credentialed by RDCS AE for 5 years Description: Introduce yourself and identify the patient using two forms of ID. Explain the testing procedure to the patient. Review the medical history and direct the exam based on that information. Perform cardiac diagnostic imaging procedures to study the anatomy and hemodynamics of the heart, including two-dimensional (2D) and Doppler modalities. Perform online calculations to quantify cardiac parameters of function and hemodynamics. Demonstrate knowledge regarding the anatomy, hemodynamics, and physiology associated with both the healthy and diseased heart. Understand cardiac arrhythmias and cardiac medications. Report abnormal findings to cardiologists. Take steps to safeguard patients when abnormal results are identified. Review results of testing with cardiologists. Discuss cases and techniques used to obtain optimal images with cardiologists. Assist cardiologists during transesophageal echocardiograms. Prioritize requests based on the nature of the request and the condition or situation of the patients. Coordinate and communicate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient service and care. Collaborate to complete assignments with departmental and healthcare team members. When appropriate, delegate to other healthcare professionals. Be able to cover some of the lead echo technician's responsibilities in their absence. Work with other echo technicians and EKG technicians to assist them with workflow. Demonstrate the ability to work independently. Ensure reports are directed to appropriate cardiologists for interpretation. Monitor report turnaround times for cardiologists. Be familiar with JCAHO guidelines. Have knowledge of the echo PACS system and contact technical support when necessary. Be able to operate stress testing equipment when necessary. Perform 12-lead electrocardiograms when needed. Recognize and report malfunctioning equipment to Clinical Engineering. Be responsible for cleaning and disinfecting equipment, including probes. Order supplies when needed and when appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned. This document describes the major duties and responsibilities for this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described. Position requires normal urgency. Holiday coverage required.

About the Company

Cynet Health

Cynet Health is a TJC certified MBE and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Health Med and Health IT staffing and consulting services to countless hospitals, SNFs, clinics, labs, CROs, health & wellness centers, pharmacies, and other medical facilities across the United States. Headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, we are a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise and a recognized Diversity Supplier.

COMPANY SIZE

1,000 to 1,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Healthcare Services

WEBSITE

https://cynethealth.com/