Echo Tech - French Camp CA

Amergis - French Camp, CA

Full-time

French Camp, CA

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Echo Tech position at Amergis involves performing vascular and echocardiography ultrasound examinations under general supervision. The role includes a variety of specialized technical evaluation procedures, such as analyzing ECG tapes and generating arrhythmia reports, aimed at diagnosing cardiovascular conditions in patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic cardiovascular and echocardiography ultrasound examinations according to department procedures
• Locates and records internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs, and identifies any anomalies indicative of disease, injury, or other medically significant condition
• Performs imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations, including exercise tolerance tests, Holter monitoring, event recorders, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography
• Adjusts equipment and explains procedures to relax patients to eliminate test artifacts
• Monitors the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes
• Recognizes abnormal rhythms and immediately notifies physician
• Evaluates test results for clarity and accuracy; reviews tests with peers
• Informs physicians of preliminary findings as requested, and according to department procedures
• Distributes completed test results to physicians and service providers
• Maintains patient charts, enters diagnosis and billing codes, logs data into patient information systems, and updates file systems for tests performed
• Cleans and sterilizes equipment and work space
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and adjusts equipment or refers for repair
• Instructs patients in pretest preparation, answers questions and explains procedures
• Sets up patient room and maintains stock area for procedures including linens, electrodes, and cassette tapes; orders supplies as necessary
• Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Associate's degree or experience in a related field preferred and/or per state requirements
• One (1) year of experience as a Cardiovascular technician preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs