Echo Technician - Maryland Oncology
Beltsville, MD 20705
About the Job
Are you looking for a Great place to work? Our team at Maryland Oncology Hematology is looking for "star" talent. If you believe you have what it takes to create a rewarding experience for our Physicians, patients, and team members, we’d enjoy the opportunity to speak with you!
Maryland Oncology Hematology is dedicated to providing the most advanced cancer care available anywhere in an atmosphere of caring compassion. We have over 15 convenient locations throughout Maryland and in DC.
SCOPE:
Under general supervision and following established procedures, methods and protocols, the Echocardiography Technologist performs cardiac ultrasound examinations on patients. Collaborates with physician in chare and Supervisor on technical issues, equipment performance and QA. Supports and adheres to the US Oncology Compliance Program, to include the Code of Ethics and Business Standards.
Responsibilities:ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Technical: Accurately obtains 2D, Doppler, spectral and measurements under the direction of the physician in charge. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological and diagnostic images. Maintains the equipment to the highest standard of cleanliness and coordinates with manufacturer regarding any service issues.
Administrative: Completes necessary documentation, charge capture, logs and records. Attends regularly scheduled QA meetings for the echocardiography laboratory. Other duties as requested or assigned by supervisor.
Qualifications:MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a cardiac ultrasound program. American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)/Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)/Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) certification required. Two to five years of work experience in echocardiography required. Current CPR certification required.
COMPETENCIES:
Effective Communicator (oral and written)
Self motivator
Independent judgment
Customer focused
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical demands of this job typically require full range of body motion including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for operation and repair of all department equipment. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Lifts and pushes patients in wheelchairs/stretchers weighing up to 300 pounds and places in appropriate positions for operation of equipment. Requires ability to reach above shoulder height. Requires sitting/standing for extensive periods of time. Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to direct contact with patients with potential for exposure to blood, toxic substances and other conditions common to a clinic environment. Work may require driving between multiple practice locations.