ECHO Tech - per diem

Echocardiography Technician

Federal Medical Center – Butner, NC

UHealthSolutions, Inc. is seeking to hire a per diem Echocardiography (ECHO) Technician to work within The Federal Medical Center in Butner, NC. FMC Butner is a United States federal prison in North Carolina for male inmates of all security levels who have special health needs. It is part of the Butner Federal Correctional Complex (FCC Butner) and is operated by the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP), a division of the United States Department of Justice.  It is located near the Research Triangle area of Durham, Raleigh and Chapel Hill.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Produces images of heart muscle and functioning by setting-up ultrasound equipment; attaching electrodes to chest and equipment; operating and adjusting equipment; recording cardiac data and measurements; protecting and helping patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares for examinations by checking equipment and inventorying and restocking supplies; reviewing patient schedules; reading physician orders for specific examinations; setting-up recording equipment; entering patient information into system.
• Reduces patient anxieties by explaining procedures; answering questions; providing assistance to examination table or treadmill.
• Prepares patients by positioning patient; spreading gels; attaching electrodes to chest and equipment; adjusting equipment controls; verifying wave signals.
• Obtains quality images by positioning and repositioning transducer; monitoring display screen; listening to signals; adjusting equipment for beam strength and focus; detecting artifacts that mimic abnormalities; recording images.
• Records examination information by printing graphics and data; calculating measurements of heart wall, chamber size, and blood flow direction and velocity; comparing measurements to norms.

• Develop and maintain patient prep procedures so that patients understand the proper preparation for ultrasound examination in an effort to minimize delays of examination.
• Perform quality assurance testing on the ultrasound unit using phantom, test tools, tech checklists, etc. for assuring peak performance of the equipment.
• Review all applicable request and patient histories through PACS and BEMR.
• Consult with Radiologist regarding patient exams and protocols as needed.
• Monitor patient’s condition pre and post imaging to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Explain procedures to patient to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation, to include need to for contrast.
• Prep and assist all patients as needed for the examination.
• Position and immobilize patient for proper examination.
• Operate independently and without direct supervision when performing examination procedures.
• Ensure timeliness of all exams as per facility protocol.
• Maintain all logs and service manuals as required.
• Coordinate all transport and treatment with other department and officers as necessary for special patients.
• Maintain, inventory and order all necessary supplies related to Echocardiography
• Follow quality assurance guidelines and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Perform equipment and quality checks and troubleshoot problems. 
• Ensure service calls and notification of pertinent team members as applicable.
• Review and file transcribed ordered and results.
• Maintain a clean environment for all work areas.
• Perform clerical functions as necessary, including, but not limited to, maintenance and documentation of patient records and/or required forms, assigning accession number, obtaining prior records on patients, providing pre-test information to patients, answering telephone calls, and assisting the Radiologist as needed.

Required Qualifications :

• Must be a graduate of a form Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation and Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).  
• Active certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the specialty is strongly preferred. 
• U.S. Citizenship

• Must pass pre-employment examination.
• Background and investigation required.
• English language proficiency required.
• All other duties and responsibilities as required by contract.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification 

• Work is performed in all areas of the institution. 
• Work may require lifting or pushing in excess of 30 pounds. 

• Work requires walking, running, climbing and bending. 
• Customer service and communication expertise

Language Skills:

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English
• Fluency in additional (second) language desirable

Professional Requirements:

• Demonstrates respect and civility in all interactions with others
• Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and clean
• Completes annual educational requirements
• Wears identification while on duty
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates an “it’s my job attitude” by doing appropriate tasks that are not assigned and performing other duties as assigned.
• Works effectively and cooperatively in groups/teams.
• Takes appropriate actions to meet the needs and expectations of the customer.
• Interacts with employees, patients, physicians, and anyone else while at work in a professional manner.
• Serves as a positive example by speaking positively about other employees, departments, physicians and the federal medical center.
• Follows department and hospital policies and procedures.
• Follows appropriate infection control practices.
• Assists with training of employees as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• Knowledge necessary to make appropriate clinical decisions and interaction relative to the specific age of a patient. 
• Skills validation/certification of competencies for the duties and responsibilities required for position.
• Maintain North Carolina License requirements for CEUs. 
• Work involves contact with patients of all ages, family members, physicians, nursing, and all other members of the health care team. 
• Work is performed in all areas of the institution. 
• Work may require lifting or pushing in excess of 30 pounds. 

• Work may require carrying objects approximately 20 pounds
• Work requires walking, running, climbing and bending. 
• Customer service and communication expertise

Additional Information: 

As a UHealthSolutions employee working at the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner, you must comply not only with all of the policies, rules and regulations of UHealthSolutions, but also with all of the rules and regulations of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner. You will be trained in UHealthSolutions and Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner policies by UHealthSolutions and Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner, respectively. As a condition of employment, you must gain and maintain Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner approval for facility access. If at any time during your employment with UHealthSolutions, you have any questions or concerns with respect to any rule or regulation of UHealthSolutions and/or Federal Bureau of Prisons, FCC Butner, you must immediately speak with your supervisor.

Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.   All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.

Successful completion of the “Introduction to Correctional Techniques”, three week training course is required.

This position has been identified as test designated.  Incumbents will be subject to urinalysis testing under the BOP Drug Free Workplace Plan.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.  UHS reserves the right to modify position duties at any time, due to business necessity.  

UHealthSolutions is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds.