Echocardiography Technician
Company: Chinese Hospital
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 12, 2024
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Job Description:
*Echocardiography Technician / Cardiac Sonographer**Position
Summary*Under the direct supervision of the site Physician,
provides diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures to assist in the
diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Requires working
in conjunction with cardiologists performing the technical aspects
of cardiac imaging by setting up, operating and adjusting
ultrasound equipment and recording cardiac data and
measurements.*Essential Duties and Responsibilities** Proficient in
Transthoracic, Stress and bubble study echocardiography, EKG,
stress testing and Holter monitor hook-up, in accordance with
established policies and procedures.* Operates various cardiac
equipment for diagnostic testing.* Assists with cardiology file
management system for diagnostic reading and reporting; assist with
maintenance of patient cardiology files.* Organizes daily work
schedule and coordinates with other staff to ensure maximum
efficiency.* Takes vital signs using limited equipment.* Answers
phones, greets and directs visitors, patients and family promptly
and professionally.* Assists with various clerical duties of the
department.* Assists with appointment scheduling and patient
instruction.* Assists in the Performance Improvement activities of
the department as needed.* Assists in the cleaning, maintenance and
preparation of cardiac equipment. Maintains a work area that is
clean and professional in appearance.* Responsibilities include:
following the guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any
statute, agreements or guidelines applicable to all healthcare
programs.* Follows Hospital and Department policies and procedures
at all times, including but not limited to: Administrative Manual,
Environment of Care, Human Resources, Infection Control, Corporate
Compliance, Code of Ethics, etc.* Attend, actively participate and
complete in-services, training classes, mandatory classes,
seminars/workshops, staff meetings, exercises and drills; reads all
department communication and assigned materials.* Customer Service
Provides excellent customer service and shows compassion to all
patients, visitors and co-workers. Seeks feedback to ensure all
needs are met. Anticipates and recognizes the concerns of others,
even if those concerns are not openly expressed.* Communication
Keeps manager and team informed of progress, problems, development
and plans. Gets along and interacts positively with co-workers and
others.* Accepts and performs other duties as
assigned.*Qualifications*Required* Satisfactory completion of a
cardiac sonography program from an accredited institution.* Minimum
six months experience in a clinical setting* Must be ARDMS
certified RDCS or RDCS eligible* CPR BCLS certification* Must be
familiar with hospital beds, wheelchairs, gurneys and emergency
equipment* Word processing skills* Computer proficiency (EMR
knowledge a plus)* Strong communication skills.* Ability to
effectively present information, both verbal and written.* Ability
to take initiative, adapt to changing priorities, and work
independently* Strong time management and prioritization skills*
Knowledge of Medical Terminology including medicationsPreferred*
Knowledge of community resources and cultural needs.* Fluent in
English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) preferred.*Physical
Requirements** Prolonged standing* Frequent bending, pushing,
pulling, stooping, crouching and lifting up to or > 100 lbs.
with assistance* The ability to write and comprehend English*
Eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity* Ability to walk up and
down stairs* Ability to move about quickly and adjust to short
notice changes, emergency or unusual routine* Normal visual acuity
and hearing* Use of medical and office equipment* Able to lift up
to 30 pounds* Use proper body mechanics when handling equipment*
Standing, walking and moving 50% of the day*Compliance
Requirements*Complies with Chinese Hospital Compliance Handbook
including Code of Ethics and all statutes, regulations, guidelines
applicable to federal and state programs. Responsibilities include,
following the guidelines and reporting suspected violations of any
statute, regulations, agreements or guidelines applicable to all
healthcare programs.*Base Pay Scale*Starting at $49.52 $64.62 per
hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set
based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to,
internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
This pay scale is not a promise of a particular
wage.*Department*Cardiopulmonary*Reports to*Cardiopulmonary
Manager*Type*Full Time, Non Exempt*Requisition #*12470Job Type:
Full-timePay: $49.52 - $64.62 per hourBenefits:* Dental insurance*
Flexible spending account* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid
sick time* Paid time off* Retirement plan* Vision insuranceWork
Location: In personby Jobble
Keywords: Chinese Hospital, Davis , Echocardiography Technician, Professions , San Francisco, California
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