Echo/Vascular Tech

Job Description Summary This position is PT32 Flex, working hours or shifts as needed. Registered Echo Technologist under general supervision according to established policies and procedures, performs routine and complex echocardiography and vascular duplex ultrasound examinations and provides preliminary interpretation of studies. Examinations performed may include trans‑thoracic, stress and contrast echocardiograms (utilizing commercially prepared contrast agents). Hours & Location Monday, Tuesday & Friday in Lee County; Wednesday & Friday flex days as needed; Fort Myers and Cape Coral, FL. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs high‑quality echocardiogram procedures with associated measurements and calculations as established by the Medical Director. Evaluates abnormal pathology and notifies the physician of any life‑threatening or relevant test data and/or condition. Reviews procedures with physicians and the Medical Director as needed or requested. Handles all clerical duties associated with the echo/vascular department, including preparation of studies for review, logging, archiving, entering charges into EMR, and CD duplication as requested. Troubleshoots equipment, arranges with the department manager for service, and performs routine maintenance such as cleaning of probes, machine surfaces and filters. Is able to travel to alternate office locations as needed. Approaches change or new situations positively—treats change as opportunities for learning or growth, focuses on beneficial aspects of change, and speaks positively about the change to others. Greet customers promptly and courteously, gives customers full attention. Actively listens to upset customers, empathizes, apologizes, and takes personal responsibility for resolving customer problems/issues. Monitors equipment and work area to ensure operational and safety compliance. Demonstrates concern and empathy to patients, performs procedures in a caring, compassionate and respectful manner. Performs examinations in accordance with established procedures and routines accurately and in a timely manner; responsible for imaging, recording and processing images. Obtains and documents a complete patient history related to the procedure ordered, and obtains informed consent in accordance with departmental policy. Maintains effective communication with patients and provides explanations of procedures within scope of practice. Demonstrates knowledge of occurrence reporting in Athena and uses the system to report potential patient safety issues. Maintains proactive communication with radiologist regarding unusual clinical findings, history, test results and implications. Ensures physician orders for procedures are entered accurately and consults appropriate resources to clarify unfamiliar or questionable orders. Optimizes use of supplies, equipment and services to maintain high clinical care at lowest cost, seeking ways to control costs without compromising patient safety or quality of care. Ensures orders match diagnosis to support proper reimbursement for services. Acts as a patient advocate, introducing self and role to patient, keeping the patient’s best interests and care at the forefront. Assists co‑workers to achieve goals and acts as a resource to co‑workers as appropriate. Participates in staff meetings and in‑services. Assumes personal responsibility for professional development and promotes development of self and others through participation in professional organizations, educational opportunities, etc. Acts as an ambassador for MPG by promoting a professional and positive image of the organization’s capabilities and services to the public; adheres to company standards of conduct. Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations RDCS with RVT preferred. CCI also acceptable. BLS, CPR. Benefits 3 weeks PTO & 8 paid holidays Medical, Dental, Vision Employer‑Paid Basic Life & Short Term Disability coverage (effective after 1 year of full‑time employment) 401(k) with match Employee Wellness Other Employee Discount programs like Tickets at Work and cell phone discounts Other benefits: Dependent Care FSA, Voluntary Life, Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, and more #J-18808-Ljbffr