Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technician

Work Where Balance Meets Purpose – Competitive Pay & Excellent Benefits! Join Genesis Healthcare and be the driving force behind smooth, patient-focused operations.Job Title: Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technician (Echo Tech)Location: Genesis Healthcare, Inc (Olanta)Job Type: Full TimeShift: Monday to Friday, Day Shift (8-hour shift)No Weekends Join our team to start a life-changing career in community healthcare. As a nonprofit FQHC community focused healthcare provider. Genesis provides a wide range of services dedicated to improving the health of our communities in the Pee Dee and Low Country regions of South Carolina. POSITION SUMMARYThe Echo technologist is a registered professional primarily specializing in the utilization of cardiovascular ultrasound as necessary and performs echocardiography examinations under the direction of the provider. PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIESAchieve ResultsThe Echo Tech main responsibility is to execute test components of Artery/Heart function.Operational ExcellenceEnsure and uphold the confidentially requirements of all patient records and manage al daily task and activities consistent with HIPAA, state and federal laws and regulations, as well as the clinic’s policies and regulations regarding confidentiality and security.RelationshipsDevelop and ensure effective, positive relationships within and among the clinic staff, as well as with patients, vendors, contractors, and related resources.ProfessionalismEnsure all actions, job performance, personal conduct and communications always represent the organization in a highly professional manner.Uphold and ensure compliance with and attention to all corporate policies and procedures, as well as the mission and values of the organization.PRIMARY TASKS & DUTIESPerform echocardiogram examinationsPerform electrocardiogram (EKG) examinationsPerform abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) examinationsPerform lower extremity vascular studiesPerform carotid ultrasoundDocument preliminary report on appropriate forms.Code encounters for billing purposes.Upload and scan studies for readingsCleans filters on machine when neededEnsure all reports are logged.Scan and result all tests performedSign off encounters and test that resultedVerify ultrasound readings on Direct Radiology bill monthlyEnsure prior authorizations are obtained prior to performing studiesMust be able to commute to other Genesis Healthcare, Inc. locations as needed.Other duties as assignedESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/KEY COMPETENCIESFunction in a multi-tasking, multiple priorities environment, while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.Communicate with a diverse patient population.Utilize a wide variety of office technology and tools to collect, enter, process, file patient records and documentationThe ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environmentEducationAssociate degree. Successful completion of ultrasound and cardiovascular program. Verified didactic and supervised clinical experience in echo and vascular. Active Certification by American Registry of ARDMS; current compliance with CME. Must be able to speak read, write and understand English.Professional“Communication, customer service or working with the general public, preferably in a medical care facility.At Least two years’ experience in an Echo department.Physical/EnvironmentalAbility to interact with computer screen for up to six hours at a time (visual acuity required).Must have manual dexterity for use of keyboard. Ability to remain stationary for periods of up to four hours. Ability to communicate via phone, mail and in person to resolve disputes, solve problems, etc.Capacity to function in a sometimes stressful, multi-tasking environment