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SalaryCommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
St. Luke's Health - Memorial Lufkin is dedicated to enhancing your health and well-being. Our facility is a collaboration between St. Luke’s Health and a team of specialized physicians—focused on general and interventional cardiology, sports medicine, and orthopedics, including total joint replacement and spine care.
Your time at work should be fulfilling. Rewarding. Inspiring. That’s what you’ll find when you join one of our non-profit CHI facilities across the nation. You’ll find challenging, rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we’ll create healthier, stronger communities. What sets us apart from other healthcare organizations? How much time do you have? In short, it all starts with our current employees. They believe in living our mission to provide compassion to everyone. We, in turn, believe that growing and supporting our people allows us to deliver a higher degree of quality care to our patients. CHI advocates for all who live in the communities we serve, especially the most vulnerable. Choose an organization who will champion your talents and nurture your career. Choose CHI!
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits for children and dependent adults
- Care for Caregivers: Resilience Through Adversity is a series of sessions designed to help caregivers build their resilience and advance their mental well-being during these difficult times
- Flexible spending accounts
Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
- Matching Retirement Programs
- Wellness Programs
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
Under the guidance of the Market Director of Respiratory Services, established departmental policies and procedures, and specific instructions, the Lead Cardiopulmonary Diagnostic Tech provides diagnostic testing and therapies assigned that include echocardiograms, pulmonary function studies, EEG’s, Cardiac Stress Testing and Holter-Monitoring. Maintains patient safety through attention to detail, equipment safety checks, adherence to department policies, and effective communication with physicians, staff and patients. Provides patient orientation, procedure explanation, and pre and post diagnostic care to completion of test. Assists patients with basic patient care needs. Responsible for proper maintenance of equipment, accreditation, and Departmental Performance Improvement. Coordinates patient flow and the activities of the Cardiopulmonary Department. Displays professional, safe conduct in all interactions. Maintains positive working relationships with staff, other departments, physicians and peers. Displays conduct in support of CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial Mission & Vision.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education Level
Required:
Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program.
Licensure/
Certification
Required:
BLS certification (through an approved AHA program) &
Registered through either American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography - ARDMS (RDCS) or
Cardiovascular Credentialing International – CCI (RCS)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Perform the duties stated under position responsibilities.
2. Acquire adequate and accurate information for physician interpretation.
3. Relate effectively with co-workers, physicians and general staff as part of a team in a professional manner at all times.
4. Interpersonal skills for communication with patients, visitors, physicians and other team members.
5. Respond calmly and effectively in stressful environments.
Experience
Required:
Minimum of (3) year of experience in Echocardiogram discipline
Available Pay Transparency Information
$29.02 - $42.08 /hour
