Echo Sonographer

Overview

Works closely with the cardiologist to perform cardiac ultrasound procedures at the technical level, contributing to the efficient operation of the department and promoting the philosophy, to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiac ultrasound procedures in accordance with department standards and procedures.
• Plans daily schedules for inpatients and outpatients.
• Performs examinations on ER patients as requested.
• Selects and operates appropriate equipment for each exam.
• Prepares patients for examinations; explains procedures.
• Records clinical history, BP’s, and technologist impressions on CPACS/worksheets.
• Works with Cardiologists and ordering physicians to provide appropriate patient care.
• Maintains daily logbook.
• Follows appropriate protocols.
• Adheres to all safety precautions including patient safety, infectious control, universal precautions, and ergonomics.
• Maintains or is actively pursuing ARDMS or RCS registration; remains current regarding developing trends in field of cardiac ultrasound.
• Maintains clean, neat and orderly work area; maintains appropriate supply levels.
• Affords assistance with maintenance on equipment.
• Reports problems.
• Demonstrates cross-sectional anatomy and pathology on routine procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Is authorized to access contrast media if registered.

Qualifications

• Education: Must be ARDMS or RCS registered or be actively pursuing registration.
• Experience: One year of clinical experience in a progressive Ultrasound Department or Ultrasound Training Program that meets with the ARDMS requirements for registry eligibility is required.
• Other Requirements: Prefer previous experience as a Registered ARRT Technologist.