Echo Tech - PRN
Community Health Systems
At Crestwood Medical Center, we believe in the power of people to create great care! At our 180 bed full service acute care facility, we offer a friendly work environment, perfect for a new grad looking to start their career or an experienced technologist looking to make a change.
Crestwood Medical Center is located in Huntsville, Alabama which offers a rich history and variety of attractions, such as education, arts, nature or just pure entertainment. With a cost of living 8% lower than the national average, we are affordable for everyone!
**Schedule: PRN, as needed, schedule varies**
**Job Summary**
The Echo Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures, using independent judgment to obtain clear and accurate images for physician evaluation. This role is responsible for ensuring patient safety, comfort, and accurate identification prior to procedures. The Echo Technologist collaborates with healthcare teams to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging and reports to support effective patient care.
**Qualifications**
+ 1-3 years of experience in echocardiography or cardiac sonography required
**Licenses and Certifications**
+ RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or graduate of a program accredited by an agency recognized by CHEA, USDOE or CMA that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology required
+ BCLS - Basic Life Support within first 7 days of employment required
+ RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer preferred or
+ RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer preferred
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**
+ Proficiency in echocardiographic imaging, including 2-D, M-mode, and Doppler techniques.
+ Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and disease processes to obtain accurate diagnostic images.
+ Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams.
+ Ability to operate ultrasound equipment safely and effectively, adhering to infection control and patient safety protocols.
+ Competence in electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
**About Crestwood Medical Center**
Crestwood Medical Center is a Tier 1 Facility from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. We have been recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI and Resuscitation by American College of Cardiology, a Primary Stroke Center from The Joint Commission and American Heart Association, a Blue Distinction® Center+ for Bariatric Surgery, Maternity Care and Spine Surgery, the American Heart Association's Get With The Guidelines for Heart Failure (Gold Plus) and AFib (Gold), a Certified Treatment Center of Excellence from the ALS Association, and other accreditations and recognition for Imaging, Endoscopy, Breast Care, and Elderly Care.
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