Echocardiography Technician

• Martha's Vineyard Hospital

About the Organization

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Position Overview

This position is for Martha's Vineyard Hospital and is offering a $5,000.00 sign-on bonus.

Summary

The primary purpose of your job is to perform all patient exams with the highest degree of skill, fully utilizing all echocardiography equipment to consistently obtain images that demonstrate diagnostic levels of contrast and resolution. You will respond to on-demand requests for services in a timely manner.

Patient Care Required: Yes

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates commitment to performing a high-quality diagnostic echocardiogram
• Adheres to all echo laboratory protocols/procedures
• Is proficient with all applicable equipment and functionality
• Understands reason for echo and tailors the echocardiogram appropriately
• Demonstrates knowledge of pathology as assessed by echocardiography
• Evaluate any contraindications, insufficient patient preparation, and the patient's inability or unwillingness to tolerate the examination and associated procedures
• Recognizes when there are critical findings which require urgent read/intervention

Qualifications

Education

• Associate's Degree required
• Experience in lieu of degree: Not accepted

Licenses and Credentials

• Certified Echo Technician
• Data Conversion
• Various Issuers required
• CPR/BLS certification required
• RDCS (AE and/or PE) certification by the ARDMS/CCI required

Experience

• Completion of an Associate's Degree or Certificate from a recognized Echocardiography Program or the equivalent knowledge and experience required
• 1-2 years clinical and/or professional experience preferred
• Experience with both adults and pediatrics preferred

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking: Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting: Frequently (34-66%) - 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying: Frequently (34-66%) - 20lbs-35lbs
• Pushing: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching: Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling): Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling: Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision
• Far: Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision
• Near: Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking: Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing: Constantly (67-100%)

Job Details

• Location: One Hospital Road
• Work Type: Onsite
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $34.93 - $70.99/Hourly
• Grade: SM1218

Compensation and Benefits

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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