Cardiac Ultrasound Technology Associate - Echo

GENERAL DUTIES

Demonstrates proficiency and quality in performing the technical aspects of Diagnostic Ultrasound with and according to department policy and procedure:

• Performs echocardiograms and vascular studies within the scope training and experience.
• Expands the scope of examination according to any abnormalities.
• Selects the appropriate transducers and settings for examinations.
• Affords assistance to physicians with transesophageal echocardiogram and stress echocardiograms.
• Maintains records of all procedures performed and archives patient examinations.

Patient Safety

Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.

• Inspects the ultrasound equipment daily to ensure it is operating effectively.
• Reports any malfunctions through the proper reporting method in a timely manner.
• Identifies the patient and procedure to be performed in accordance with the JCAHO standards.

Departmental Responsibilities

Examines rooms and equipment are cleaned and maintained between patients.

• Marks the patient and procedure to be performed in accordance with the JCAHO standards.
• Maintains a watchful eye on the proper personnel when supplies are needed.

Customer Service

• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.
• Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety and well-being of all patients in the Sonography area/department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Eligible for registry with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute.
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider American Heart Association.
• Knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation, cardiac anatomy and physiology, vascular anatomy and physiology, general medical terminology and an understanding of the nomenclature of physicians' orders.
• Ability to locate anatomic landmarks, use manual dexterity for proper probe placement and draw clinically relevant conclusions from raw data.
• Basic computer and data entry skills are needed, and analytical skills are required to determine job priorities, multi-task and work independently.
• National Registry - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/RCVT/RVT or RVS/RCS within six months of hire.

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