Echocardiography Technician (contract or FTE options)

Echocardiography Technician

Target hourly rate is $40-$50/hr., all-inclusive

FTE salary is $130-$140K plus full benefits.

Duration is 12+ months contract (customer is also interested in C2H options if possible)

Position is 100% onsite in San Francisco, CA (if not local, must relocate to job site area)

NOTE: Must be 100% fluent in English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin)

OR candidate can also be fluent in English and Spanish.

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
• 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
• Takes vital signs using limited
• Answers phones, greets and directs visitors, patients and family promptly and
• Assists with various clerical duties of the
• Assists with appointment scheduling and patient
• Assists in the Performance Improvement activities of the department as
• Assists in the cleaning, maintenance and preparation of cardiac 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 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 Gets along and interacts positively with co-workers and others.
• Accepts and performs other duties as required

Values/Core Competencies:

• Integrity –We adhere to a code of values and make commitments that contribute to the welfare of our
• Respect – We seek to create a community within our organization that enhances self-worth of individuals working with us and for our patients. The dignity and respect shown to employees by management and by their fellow staff will be the model for caring for our patients. Management is committed to treating employees fairly, honestly and with respect. In return, management expects a commitment from employees to the values of the organization and its work on behalf of the
• Empowerment – we are committed to action and expect all employees to be proactive in decision making and problem We delegate authority to match responsibility, expecting decision making to occur as close to the customer as possible.
• Team Work – We believe that quality, cost effective, compassionate care can only be provided through team work. The nature of our work and mission require sensitivity to the feelings and points of view of many. We work for the good of the team, are accountable for the results of the team and together share our successes or failures. We maintain an atmosphere of openness, honesty and trust.
• Accountability - We accept personal responsibility for our actions and take ownership of our results. We as individuals recognize achievement and are challenged to improve our performance by providing and accepting coaching and feedback.
• Quality Improvement – We will improve value through the process of continuous quality improvement with focus on the relationship between quality and cost. We have a sense of urgency in our search to find better ways of doing We encourage others to try new ideas and measure and recognize results. We are willing to change the status quo to improve.
• Community collaboration and Benefit – We will collaborate within the limits or our resources with other agencies and providers to address the health care wellness needs of our community, recognizing that access to services must be made available regardless of an individual’s ability to pay.
• Prudent use of resources – We will use and maintain our assets and resources prudently in order to meet community expectations. Our organization requires an overall positive return on investment to carry out its mission and to invest in new programs, equipment and facilities. We believe that integration simplifies and improves the process of health care and is a means of achieving economies of scale which will ultimately reduce costs. We seek simplification in the process of patient care and the efficient use of our resources in a changing environment.

Typical Working Conditions:

• Temperature and noised varied environment, fast pace, frequent interruption and ongoing collaboration with other staff, patient/family and/or representatives.
• Radiation exposure may occur due to use of portable X-ray machines, radioisotope use during stress test procedures and during transport of patients to Radiology.
• Rare exposure to toxic chemicals may occur due to certain medications, solutions and cleaning agents used in a hospital setting.
• Risk of explosions due to the presence of pressurized hospital gases such as
• Body substance exposure to blood/body

Qualifications:

Required

• Satisfactory completion of a cardiac sonography program from an accredited school
• 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
• Ability to effectively present information, both verbal and
• Ability to take initiative, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology including medications Preferred
• Knowledge of community resources and cultural

General Duties:

Includes but not limited to:

• Transthoracic, Stress and bubble study echocardiography
• Electrocardiography (EKG), pediatric through adult
• Cardiovascular stress testing, adolescent and adult
• Holter monitor patient set up
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, adult
• Operation of cardiac equipment in accordance with department policy
• Patient transportation (internal)
• Patient reception
• Appointment scheduling
• Answering phones
• Patient instruction
• Patient billing and charges
• Quality control of all equipment
• Follows hospital infection control practices
• Effective communication with staff, other departments, physicians, patients and family
• Assist and maintains department records, reports and files
• Assists with stocking and ordering of department supplies
• Participates in in-service education programs
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested
• Maintains patient confidentiality
• Other assigned duties

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged standing
• Frequent bending, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching and lifting up to or >100 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
• Use proper body mechanics when handling equipment
• Standing, walking and moving 50% of the day