Cardiac Technician

Job Title: Cardiac Technician

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Dept of Peds Cardiac

Req #: 0000252324

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $38.29 - $42.90 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job overview:

The Pediatric Echocardiographer performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound studies for infants, children, adolescents, and adults with congenital heart disease in an outpatient pediatric cardiology practice,
This role is responsible for acquiring high-quality echocardiographic images, assisting with fetal echocardiography, performing EKGs, and supporting physicians in the evaluation of complex congenital and acquired heart conditions across the lifespan.

Required:

•    Graduate of an accredited diagnostic cardiac sonography program
•    ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS) certification in echocardiography required
•    Minimum 2 years of echocardiography experience .​​​

• Experience in pediatric Echocardiography.  Experience with fetal echocardiography

Preferred:

•    Experience scanning adult congenital heart disease patients
•    Familiarity with outpatient pediatric specialty workflows

Scheduling requirements:

•    Per Diem, Day Shift

Essential Functions:

•    Perform comprehensive transthoracic echocardiograms on neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, and adult congenital heart patients
•    Assist physicians with fetal echocardiography studies and documentation
•    Acquire accurate Doppler, M-mode, and 2D imaging according to pediatric cardiology protocols
•    Recognize abnormal findings and adjust imaging to ensure diagnostic quality.
•    Perform and document electrocardiograms (EKGs/ECGs) on pediatric and adult patients.
•    Apply Holter and event monitors as needed.
•    Assist providers during cardiac evaluations and clinical procedures when necessary.
•    Ensure all studies are properly labeled, measured, and uploaded into the EMR system.
•    Provide preliminary technical impressions when appropriate.
•    Maintain compliance with practice protocols, accreditation standards, and infection control guidelines.
•    Work closely with pediatric cardiologists, congenital heart specialists, nurses, and administrative staff
•    Support workflow efficiency and timely completion of diagnostic studies
•    Ability to work independently while collaborating in a specialty team environment.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to supports our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
•    Paid Time Off (PTO)
•    Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
•    Dental and Vision Insurance
•    Retirement Plans
•    Short & Long Term Disability
•    Life & Accidental Death Insurance
•    Tuition Reimbursement
•    Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Wellness Programs
•    Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
•    Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer