What are the responsibilities and job description for the Echocardiograph Technician position at Physician Affiliate Group of New York?
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Opportunity Details
Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY) has an opportunity for an Echocardiograph Technician at NYC Health Hospitals/Metropolitan, located on First Avenue & 97th Street in Manhattan, accommodate over 313,000 outpatient visits, nearly 70,000 emergency room visits and more than 13,000 inpatient admissions annually. The hospital maintains an academic affiliation with New York Medical College.
The mission of NYC Health Hospitals is to extend equally to all New Yorkers, regardless of the ability to pay, comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Their Values are built on a foundation of social and racial equity and has established the ICARE standards for all staff.
NYC Health Hospitals is the nation’s largest municipal health care delivery system in the United States. Dedicated to providing the highest quality health care services to all New Yorkers with compassion, dignity and respect, and regardless of immigration status or ability to pay.
- Informs patient briefly of procedure.
- Performs echocardiograms in accordance with current practice and ASE guidelines.
- Perform stress-echocardiograms in accordance with current practice and ASE guidelines.
- Assist in performance of Transesophageal echos in accordance with current practice and ASE guidelines.
- Adapts to changes in workload or procedures as necessary.
- Maintain equipment and stocking supplies as well as informing your supervisor of any technical concern.
- Maintain examination area for patients’ testing area in accordance with current practice and ASE guidelines.
- Maintain written daily procedure log, enters initial patient information into the computer system and computerization of echo data.
- Participate in Divisional and in-service meeting.
- Inform cardiologist of any concerns that is felt to be urgent or emergent.
- Liaison with Laboratory Supervisor to adjust schedules to accommodate stat orders, new admissions, etc. to prioritize test to achieve maximum efficiency.
- Performs other related and appropriate duties as indicated or assigned.
- Promotes a positive and pleasant attitude conductive to the workplace.
- Meets all compliance standards/requirements such as annual physical evaluation/assessment; Five Star Training; Right-To-Know-Training; Fire Drill Participation, etc.
- Participates In Performance Improvement Activities.
- Is responsible for enhancing your personal and professional development through attendance at outside and Generations Plus training sessions.
- Is responsible for wearing professional attire to the workplace as well as during off-site work, when conducting business on behalf of Generations Plus.
- Must exhibit flexibility within Generations Plus, as It pertains to work assignment, workplace, site designation and Tour of Duty.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree and RCDS education and certification
- Hourly rate: $39.86/hr. - $43.65/hr.*
The Physician Affiliate Group of New York (PAGNY), a tax-exempt organization affiliated with NYC Health Hospitals, is one of the largest physician groups in New York State and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who serve seven of New York City’s public hospitals, numerous public health community-based practices, and the city’s Correctional Health Service.
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) mission is to provide accountable, responsive, quality care with the highest degree of sensitivity to the needs of the diverse population that lives in our New York community. PAGNY is one of the largest physician groups in the country and directly employs nearly 4,000 physicians and allied health professionals who provide services to NYC Health Hospitals, the largest municipal health care system in the nation serving more than a million New Yorkers annually. Our providers are highly skilled professionals with outstanding credentials who deliver the highest level of quality healthcare to patients throughout New York City.
Physician Affiliate Group of New York, P.C. (PAGNY) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Our policies ensure equal opportunities for all. Learn more about our initiatives by visiting our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion page.
*Salary Disclosure Information:
The annual base salary listed complies with the New York City law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The annual base salary listed does not include bonuses/incentive compensation or benefits. Actual total compensation depends on many factors, including experience, specialties, historical productivity, and historical collections.
Salary : $40 - $44
