• Echo Tech. II

    Dignity Health (Merced, CA)


    Responsibilities

    The Echo Tech II performs echocardiogram procedures. Follows physician written orders in providing these services. The Echo Tech II assists in developing policies and procedures regarding the clinical application of Cardiovascular services following accepted clinical practices. Follows physician orders in providing these services.

     

    + Performs diagnostic Cardiovascular procedures based upon the physician's written request under the direction of the Medical Director of the Department.

    + Performs EEG and Pulmonary Function diagnostic procedures competently and professionally.

    + Provides Cardiovascular/EEG/PFT diagnostic services to the elderly, with sensitivity to their physical and emotional condition. Is sensitive to the emotional status of the patient's family or friends.

    + Performs clerical and other duties as necessary, efficiently and effectively. Maintains records/ reports of procedures performed in the department. Carries out assigned projects in a timely manner. Effectively utilizes computer information system.

    + Maintains assigned area and equipment. Is competent in the operation of all equipment used in the Department.Promptly initiates corrective action when encountering equipment problems.

    Qualifications

    Minimum:

    + Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

    + Minimum of two (2) years acute care Echo Tech experience

    + Must possess and maintain a current valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate we accept American Heart Association

    Preferred:

    + Experience in Stress testing

    + Experience in Holter monitoring

    + Experience in records management for procedures and patient files

     

    Overview

     

    Mercy Medical Center, a Dignity Health member, has been building a rich history of care in our community for more than 100 years. We have grown from a small one-story wooden structure into a major healthcare provider with a new 186-bed main campus, offering the latest in facility design and technology. Mercy also operates Outpatient Centers, a Cancer Center and several rural clinics.

     

    Wherever you work throughout our system, you will find faces of experience with dedication to high quality, personalized care. Joining our 1,300 employees, 230 physicians and many volunteers, you can help carry out our commitment to providing our community with the excellence they have come to associate with Mercy Medical Center.

     

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    Pay Range

    $46.07 - $62.01 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.