ULTRASOUND TECH CARDIAC

Duties and Responsibilities

• Congducting ultrasound tests to capture cardiac images for diagnostic purposes
• Preparing patients for procedures and explaining the process to them
• Ensuring all equipment is in working order and properly maintained
• Collaborating with physicians and other medical professionals on treatment plans
• Documenting patient information and maintaining accurate records
• Staying current on industry developments and best practices to continually improve patient care

Qualifications

• Education: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or related field
• Licenses and Certifications: ARDMS or CCI certification in Cardiac Sonography, demonstrated proficiency in cardiac ultrasound procedures and techniques
• Experience: Demonstrated proficiency in cardiac ultrasound procedures and techniques, strong communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work well in a team-oriented environment, attention to detail and ability to multitask

Physical Demands

• On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:
• Standing - Up to 1/3
• Walking - Up to 1/3
• Sitting - 2/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - Up to 1/3
• Pushing/Pulling - None
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - None
• Reaching with hands and arms - Up to 1/3
• Tasting or smelling - None

Work Environment

• This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:
• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - None
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None
• The typical noise level for the environment is:
• Very Quiet
• Quiet
• Moderate Noise
• Loud Noise
• Hearing:
• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others