Echo Tech

Responsibilities

• Perform adult cardiac ultrasound exams (TTE, TEE, SE and DOB SE) following a set protocol according to guidelines and standards set by Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) and the American Society of Echocardiography (ASE).
• Specialty Exams:
  • Perform pediatric cardiac ultrasound exams on neonates, pediatrics and adolescents following a set protocol set by the laboratory.
  • Perform vascular ultrasound exams including carotid ultrasound, upper and lower extremities, ultrasound guidance, aorta, ABI/PVR following protocols set by the laboratory.
• Demonstrates the correct use of the controls to enhance the image quality to optimize visualization of all structures.
• Accurately perform all necessary calculations needed for diagnosis of cardiovascular abnormalities, have a clear understanding of all disease states.
• Understands when to activate a CRITICAL FINDINGS worksheet and follows through on the procedure.
• Explain the procedure to the patient in a clear and concise manner so that patient fully understands.
• Able to maintain a calm demeanor during all phases of exams.
• Able to assist the physician with software programs on the Ultrasound systems for trouble shooting or selecting images at the end of exams.
• Demonstrates the ability to access the Centricity Report system.
• Enters all pertinent data and technologist interpretation filling in all required fields.
• Demonstrate the ability to access the electronic patient log (pre and post exam)-enter the appropriate information for the correct patient and type of exam.
• Maintains and cleans laboratory or ultrasound equipment on a daily basis or as needed.
• Provide customer service, demonstrating a cheerful friendly manner while on duty.
• Observes and reports promptly to the Department Supervisor or Biomedical Department unusual occurrences or malfunctions of equipment.
• Properly cleans the TEE probe following the procedure according to lab protocol.
• Maintain and clean laboratory or ultrasound equipment on a daily basis or as needed.
• Make sure adequate supplies are kept, by maintaining an ongoing inventory system.
• Keep inservices, training, credentials current and is competent with Informational Technology skills as it relates to this position.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma/GED
• Education Specialization: Physical or Biological Sciences.
• Equivalent Experience: And 1+ years Minimum of twelve months of echocardiography practice experience and the performance of at least 600 echocardiogram/Doppler examination
• OtherEducation Specialization: CAAHEP accredited ultrasound or CVT program.
• Equivalent Experience: Pediatric echocardiography experience. Hospital setting.