Echocardiology Technician at Lifepoint Health

Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Echocardiography, Patient Education, Contrast Media Administration, Patient Monitoring, Imaging Parameters, Quality Control, Patient Positioning, Image Analysis, BLS, Medical Imaging

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Echocardiology Technician Your experience matters Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], 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. As an Echocardiology Technician our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you’ll contribute An Echocardiology Technician who excels in this role: * 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. Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. * Enters, transmits and reports scan results Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: * 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 Applicants should have an associate degree in imaging or equivalent. Additional requirements include: * License/Certifications: * Current Echo Registry * BLS required. Connect with a Recruiter Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tara by emailing tara.baker@lpnt.net. More about Memorial Medical Center Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters. EEOC Statement Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country. We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Responsibilities

The Echocardiology Technician is responsible for performing imaging procedures, analyzing results, and ensuring image quality. They also educate patients on procedures and monitor patient conditions throughout the exam.