Vascular Technician jobs in Chicago, IL

We are a fast-paced, growing heart and vascular surgery center seeking a Part- Time Echo Tech. This position will be responsible for independently performing echo procedures in our clinical settings. The ideal candidate must have experience in performing Adult Echos, the ideal candidate must also be able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions of the Role:

• Perform echocardiograms, M-mode, and Doppler evaluations on patients to evaluate cardiac functioning

• Follow physician protocols to ensure accuracy for each patient

• Capture images using ultrasound imaging technology for review by cardiologists

• Monitor patient conditions during the echocardiogram procedure

• Explain the echocardiogram procedure to patients prior to the test

• Maintain and troubleshoot ultrasound equipment

• Calibrate and clean equipment after each use

• Maintain patient records in accordance with Privacy and HIPAA regulations

• Document findings and results of echocardiograms

• Work with cardiologists to provide patient care and support

Minimum Qualifications:

•    Prefer at least 1 year of experience in echocardiography

•    Must have completed an Echo Technologist course of training, 

•    RDCS or RCS Certification 

•    Current BLS (Basic Life Support) is required 

Work Environment

Thursday & Friday only, No weekends

Physical Requirements

This position requires full range of body motion. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use hands repetitively to handle or operate standard office equipment; reach with hands and arms; and lift up to 25 pounds. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.   This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary and Benefits

Part-time, non-exempt position. Competitive compensation and benefits package to include 401K; a full suite of medical, dental, and ancillary benefits; paid time off, and much more.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Echo Tech, but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required.  Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate.   Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The statements contained herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by the Echo Tech, but is not a complete list of the responsibilities, duties, or skills required.  Other duties may be assigned as business needs dictate.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.