Job Description
Performs echocardiograms, Dobutamine stress echos, treadmill stress testing, and assists with transesophageal echos.
- Performs Echocardiograms using a departmental protocol for obtaining images.
- Assists with TEE’s and stress testing, providing images that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately and identifies problems & implements appropriate interventions, including reporting critical values.
- Sets priorities for completion of studies based on acuity, patient preference and/or the coordination of care with nursing and other ancillary services.
- Obtains EKGs that reflect appropriate lead placement, minimal artifact, and correct patient information.
- Sets up and scans Holter Monitors, providing tracings that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately.
- Performs related duties as required.
Required:
- Education: Associate degree or professional training preferred.
- Certifications/Registrations/Licenses:
- ARDMS/RCDS or CCI/RCS Certification within 1 year of employment
- American Heart Association BLS CPR required, must be obtained within 7 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience: 2 to 5 years of job-related experience is preferred.
Piedmont Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
At Piedmont Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status