Travel Echo Tech - $1,801 per week in Austell, GA

Cynet Health

Austell, GA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$1,801–$1,801

SKILLS

Administrative Procedures, Anatomy, Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiology, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Disease Treatment, Echocardiography, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Infection Control, Medical Treatment, Multitasking, Nursing, Pathology, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Pediatrics, Policy Development, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Procedure Development, Team Player, Time Management, Ultrasound

LOCATION

Austell, GA

POSTED

1 day ago

Job Title: Cardiac Sonographer Profession: Echo Tech Specialty: Imaging Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Various Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in echocardiography preferred License: Registered Medical Sonographer or equivalent certification required upon hire Certifications: BLS - Basic Life Support required Must-Have: Must exhibit excellent communication skills as this position requires frequent verbal and written communications with physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff, and nursing staff. Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and obtain cooperation with all contacts. Must possess the ability to function independently and under pressure while still actively participating in a team environment. Position requires the employee to exhibit excellent customer service skills at all times. Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced work environment. Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately. Must be detail-oriented and have the capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift. Must have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact professionally with a variety of customers, including but not limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and physicians throughout the work shift. Must possess the ability to function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team member with various work teams associated with the position. Must be compliant, with a willingness to follow all policies, procedures, and established practices. Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs. Must be dependable, accountable, and cooperative. Assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams per department procedures. Has the knowledge and ability to obtain a quality diagnostic study properly and safely. Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in the utilization of equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. Able to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions the patient for the procedure. Competent in all aspects of Cardiac Ultrasound and patient positioning. Must understand anatomy and pathology and how they affect the quality of a procedure. Description: The Cardiac Sonographer functions under the direction of the Manager or Lead Sonographer and is responsible for performing all cardiac imaging, which includes adult, pediatric, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms. Performs measurements and calculations according to laboratory protocol. Provides an oral summary of preliminary findings to the interpreting physician if requested. Responsible for the safety and well-being of all patients in the Echo department. Must possess the ability to communicate effectively with patients and the healthcare team. May also be asked to inject/administer Ultrasound Enhancing Agents (UEA) as well as saline bubble studies. Performs other work-related duties as assigned. Must be available to take call, work weekends, and work holidays on a rotating basis. Verifies proper clinician order for procedures. Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data, and assesses for contraindicating conditions. Follows established procedures for the administration of UEAs. Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification. Reviews ultrasound images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients. Assists other team members in all modalities when needed. Observes patient condition and properly evaluates situations when physician intervention is necessary. Verifies correct identity of the patient using two unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure. Ensures patient's privacy and comfort is accommodated, maintaining dignity throughout the exam/procedure. Demonstrates competence in the determination and application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies, and techniques based on the age of patients. Organizes schedule, time, and priorities so that activities are accomplished within designated time frames. Follows physicians' instructions when assisting with procedures and exams. Uses critical thinking skills and engages in effective dialogue with patients and families. Prepares the patient for the procedure and explains purpose and nature of exams to minimize anxiety. Ensures that patient's questions and concerns are satisfactorily addressed. Participates in the orientation and training of departmental employees. Documents required information concisely and legibly. Ensures that equipment is fully operational prior to each use and follows infection control policies. Cleans, disinfects, and maintains equipment according to the department's cleaning schedule. Restocks linens and supplies and maintains a clean and orderly department. Transports and positions patients for procedures. Performs charging activities on the day service is rendered. Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others as needed. Keeps the supervisor informed on responsibilities. Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other co-workers. Reports problems regarding malfunctioning equipment in a timely manner. Performs other duties as assigned.

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/