Technologist-Medical

Company: Valley Medical Center
Location: Renton
Posted on: February 4, 2025

Job Description:

Valley Medical Center is seeking a Echo Technologist for a job in Renton, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Echo Technologist
Discipline: Allied Health Professional
Duration: Ongoing
Employment Type: Staff

Job Description:




JOB DESCRIPTION


The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.


TITLE: Echocardiography Tech


JOB OVERVIEW: Responsible for preforming transthoracic and stress echocardiograms, assisting physicians in the performance of transesophageal echocardiograms, and assuring quality test results to assist physicians with the diagnosis of cardiac disorders.


DEPARTMENT: Echocardiology


WORK HOURS: Varies


REPORTS TO: Director Imaging and Ancillary Services


PREREQUISITES:
- RDCS or equivalent (RCS or CRCS)

- Two (2) years of experience in echocardiographic imagining. Preferred.

- Current BLS (required or preferred)

- ACLS preferred.




QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Ability to calculate complex formulas involving ratios and percentages using the metric system.
2. Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulation.
3. Ability to write clearly and legibly.
4. Effectively present information and respond to questions from physicians, patients, staff members, vendors, and the general public.
5. Ability to explain complex concepts in a calm and clear manner.
6. Ability to analyze and problem solve, taking into consideration a wide variety of variables




UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
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PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner.

- Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:


- Work at a technical level, using echocardiography ultrasound equipment to produce high quality test results.

- Assist cardiologists in the performance of transesophageal echocardiograms.

- Independently perform transthoracic and stress echocardiograms on adult and geriatric patients.

- Monitor and identify patient care needs in adult and geriatric patients and respond appropriately.

- Provide patient education at an appropriate level for each patient.

- Maintain open communication with the cardiologists and other staff as needed.

- Perform routine cleaning and quality checks on echocardiography equipment.

- Maintain an orderly and clean work area.

- Complete test results, assuring quality standards are achieved, and provide to cardiologist in a timely manner.

- Follow safety procedures in compliance with OSHA and state health department guidelines.

- Perform work in compliance with Echocardiography Department policies and protocols.










Date Created: 5/13
Revised:2/23
Grade: NC12
FLSA: NE
Cost Center: 7146 UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID #2024-1531. Posted job title: Echo Tech - $10K Sign On
About Valley Medical Center
At Valley Medical Center, we witness the extraordinary power of life in every facet of our work. It's a humbling and inspiring experience that continually reinforces our purpose: caring for people. Situated south of downtown Seattle, Valley Medical Center has been a cornerstone of Renton since its early beginnings in 1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital walls, operating a network of over forty primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics throughout South King County.

Valley plays a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the health of our community. United by core values of compassion, respect, trust, and teamwork, we share a genuine passion for helping others, both patients and colleagues. By joining Valley, you become part of a remarkable and dedicated team committed to caring for our community and one another. If this excites and motivates you, consider joining our team!

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