Pediatric Cardiac Technician

Job Title: Pediatric Cardiac Technician

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Req#: 0000167901

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Department name: Dept. of Pediatrics

Job Overview:

The Children s Heart Center is currently seeking a full-time pediatric sonographer to join our team in covering inpatient and outpatient settings. Under the direction of the Chief Technician, the individual will perform all pediatric, adult congenital, and fetal echocardiography studies in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. These studies include obtaining detailed anatomical, functional, and hemodynamic information on all patients referred to the Pediatric Echocardiography Laboratory. Travel to satellite offices is required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Successful completion of an ultrasound or cardiovascular technology program with emphasis on echocardiography.
• Registry in, preferably, pediatric or adult echocardiography through ARDMS or CCI (or eligibility is required).
• A minimum of 15 echo-related CMEs required per three year period (as by ICAEL standards).
• Pediatric echocardiography experience is required.
• Successful completion of all required orientation programs is required.

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• Maintenance of BLS Heart Health Care Provider course completion status is required.

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• 8:00 5:00
• Days

Essential Functions:

• Conduct electrocardiogram, EKG, phonocardiogram, echocardiogram, and stress tests by using electronic equipment
• Ensuring cardiological patients are comfortable by answering any questions they have about the tests
• Recording the results of cardiological tests and consulting with the physician on duty to schedule any follow-up tests
• Maintaining cardiological equipment and supplies with daily cleaning and adjustments
• Recording supply inventory levels and restocking the supply storeroom accordingly
• Troubleshooting problems with cardiological equipment and reporting any malfunctions to superiors
• Staying up to date with cardiological developments by attending conferences and participating in research projects

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.

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