Echocardiography Technologist

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic echocardiography exams on incoming patients.
• Respond to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and processes, maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding personal health information, including patient diagnosis, health history, demographics, and referral information.
• Responsible for all paperwork associated with technical procedures and respond to physician questions and needs regarding patient procedures.
• Some technologists may work under the direct medical supervision of a physician during certain procedures.
• Perform all Echocardiography procedures in strict accordance with currently approved practices as outlined in department policy and procedure manuals, complying with all applicable federal, state, local and other regulatory requirements.
• Assist the cardiologist with ultrasound-guided Echo Stress Test.
• Communicate to the patient the nature of the procedure and answer questions clarifying the procedure for the patient.
• Assure patients’ rights and privacy are maintained.
• Responsible for proper documentation and maintenance of all required department records.
• Perform all quality control testing as required.
• Assist in the transporting of patients.
• Make suggestions to improve work methods.
• Provide orientation and training to new sonographers as directed.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.
• Produce high quality diagnostic images in a timely manner while providing excellent patient care.
• Treat patients and customers, including family members or care providers that may accompany the patient, with courtesy, professionalism and respect.
• Monitor patients’ well-being during exam; recognize patient discomfort or medical problems and take appropriate action.
• Understand the methods used to generate ultrasound data and the theory and operation of the instruments that detect, display, and store the acoustic information generated in clinical examinations.
• Understand the potential bio-effects associated with ultrasound exposure.
• Check patient history, and obtain appropriate signed waivers, if necessary.
• Consult with radiologist when necessary to determine appropriate scanning procedure.
• Complete all paperwork and exam reports associated with technical procedures.
• Respond to physician questions and needs regarding patient procedures.
• Check referral for appropriate study based on patient history.
• Keep ultrasound exam rooms and dressing booths clean and properly stocked with supplies.
• Assure room is ready prior to the patient entering the room (i.e. equipment is operable, all supplies are readily available, and has been appropriately cleaned