Echocardiography Technologist

About the role

Performs echocardiographic procedures, using special equipment, to measure, calculate, and report pertinent patient data to facilitate accurate diagnostic outcome.

Responsibilities

• Conducts Echocardiograms as requested throughout the Medical Center, including all patient rooms and emergency room.
• Explains procedure to patients, providing instructions and direct care to ensure accuracy and patient comfort.
• Assesses data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient requirement.
• Recognizes artifacts, eliminates probable sources and troubleshoots minor equipment problems.
• Consistently meets department standards for RVUs while maintaining quality work.
• Processes images acquired from different modalities according to establish policies and procedures.
• Performs data entry as it relates to procedures including charges pick lists, logbook, and schedule related functions to ensure corporate compliance.
• Practices radiation safety and ensures that other staff, and students are compliant.
• Obtains pertinent