Ultrasound Tech - Echo

EKG, Holter Monitoring Overview Palm Beach Gardens 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 Palm Beach Gardens 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 Job Summary Per Diem, Days The Ultrasound Tech is knowledgeable and proficient in the performance of Echocardiograms, Stress Tests, TEE, EKG, and Holter Monitoring. Employees must work independently with direction from their immediate supervisor. Employees will work closely with the medical staff to meet their needs as well as the hospital staff on a daily basis. Responsibilities Clinical Assessment Skills and Echocardiographic Services Performs Echocardiograms using departmental protocol for obtaining images. Assists with TEE’s and stress testing, providing images that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately. Identifies problems & implements appropriate interventions, including reporting of 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. EKG, Holter Monitoring Provides EKG and Holter Services when Echo workload permits. Obtains EKG’s that reflect appropriate lead placement, minimal artifact, and correct patient information. Set up and scans Holter Monitors, providing tracings that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately. Clerical / Documentation / Computer Skills Documents completely and clearly all services provided, assuring they can be tracked and traced when needed. Information provided for physicians is clear and accurate. Assists with processing of reports, record copy and report retrieval. Charges reconcile daily with documentation. Communication/Interaction with Patients, Medical and Hospital Staff Interacts with coworkers, ancillary services, and physicians in an effective manner. Participates as a preceptor for new employees, agency personnel, and students. Explain procedures clearly to patients and family members. Logs and communicate issues with equipment, studies, and patients. Departmental Participation Completes competencies/educational requirements, attends departmental meeting/in services, and assists in the department’s pursuit to operate as a team. Assists with preparation and upkeep of department to meet regulatory requirements. Stays current with department computer systems, procedures, and equipment upgrades. Qualifications Requirements Registry: ARDMS or CCI BLS approved by the American Heart Association. Organization Description Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center (PBGMC), part of the Palm Beach Health Network, the largest health care network in Palm Beach County, is a 199-bed acute care hospital. It has served the Palm Beach County and Treasure Coast communities for over 50 years. The hospital was the first in Palm Beach County to perform open-heart surgery and has remained on the forefront as one of the areas leaders in cardiac care. PBGMC also offers award winning stroke care, neurosurgery, urology, orthopedics, robot assisted and minimally invasive surgical techniques, bloodless medicine and a 24-hour emergency room. Join our team! Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information. E-Verify: The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations. View phone number on click.appcast.io Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Requirements Registry: ARDMS or CCI BLS approved by the American Heart Association. Clinical Assessment Skills and Echocardiographic Services Performs Echocardiograms using departmental protocol for obtaining images. Assists with TEE’s and stress testing, providing images that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately. Identifies problems & implements appropriate interventions, including reporting of 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. EKG, Holter Monitoring Provides EKG and Holter Services when Echo workload permits. Obtains EKG’s that reflect appropriate lead placement, minimal artifact, and correct patient information. Set up and scans Holter Monitors, providing tracings that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately. Clerical / Documentation / Computer Skills Documents completely and clearly all services provided, assuring they can be tracked and traced when needed. Information provided for physicians is clear and accurate. Assists with processing of reports, record copy and report retrieval. Charges reconcile daily with documentation. Communication/Interaction with Patients, Medical and Hospital Staff Interacts with coworkers, ancillary services, and physicians in an effective manner. Participates as a preceptor for new employees, agency personnel, and students. Explain procedures clearly to patients and family members. Logs and communicate issues with equipment, studies, and patients. Departmental Participation Completes competencies/educational requirements, attends departmental meeting/in services, and assists in the department’s pursuit to operate as a team. Assists with preparation and upkeep of department to meet regulatory requirements. Stays current with department computer systems, procedures, and equipment upgrades. #J-18808-Ljbffr Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center