Schedule: Full-time
Rutherford Regional Health System is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others.
Echocardiology Technician
As an Echocardiography Technician joining our team, you will help partner communities to be healthier. Your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How You’ll Contribute
- Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
- Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
- When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
- Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
- Prepares equipment and supplies.
- Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
- Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
- Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
- Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
- Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
Why Join Us
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What We’re Looking For
- Education: Associate's degree from a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program required. Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.
- License: Registered Sonographer Cardiovascular Credentialing International or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers required (within one year of hire or transfer).
- Certifications: Basic Life Support required; Handle with Care within 3 months of hire or transfer.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Rutherford Regional Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rutherford Regional Health System is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
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