Job Abstract

Job Title: Cardiac Echo Technician

Location: Newark Beth Israel

Req#: 0000139686

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Department name: Non-Invasive Cardiac Lab

Job Overview:

Administers individualized, professional patient care through efficient knowledge and safe practice of ICVL lab procedures. This role requires the conducting of cardiac testing on patients, 2D Echocardiogram, M-Mode color Doppler. In addition, stress tests include nuclear stress, stress echocardiograms and cardiopulmonary stress tests.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Successful completion of ultrasound or cardiovascular technology program with emphasis on echocardiography
• Minimum of 15 echo-related CMEs required per three-year period as required by ICAEL standards
• Previous experience to perform all modalities of cardiac non-invasive testing is preferred

• Maintains RDCS/RCS certification requirements
• Additional Certifications may be required
• Additional experience/ training may be required based on departmental-specific needs.

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• Current BLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider Certification
• Current ACLS certification

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• The department is open 7 am-5 pm.
• Rotating weekend schedule
• Coverage for vacation, sickness, and based on work volume
• No on-call requirement
• Availability to work at least two days a week is strongly preferred

Essential Functions:

• Assumes responsibility for patient preparation, care, and monitoring before, during, and after procedures.
• Participates in quality improvement programs and inventory control.
• Use an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess each patient’s age-specific needs and provide age-specific treatment and care.
• Assists the physician during the performance of the diagnostic and interventional cardiac procedures.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer