Cardio Echo Technician

Job Description:

Perform imaging and non-imaging evaluations which may include echocardiography.

Obtains patient history, explains procedures to patient, addresses patients’ concerns, and follows established pre-screening policy and procedure.

Determines appropriate methodology and techniques to use; arranges immobilization and/or support devices for proper patient positioning; selects appropriate imaging device.

Prepares patient for echocardiography procedures, positions patient as appropriate for prescribed procedure, and assists patients at completion of procedure.

Uses good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses, or if additional imaging procedures are needed.

Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation

Prepares facilities in accordance with procedural requirements; calibrates equipment as required by the institution

 Monitors the patient’s physical condition during the course of the procedure; report patient change of status or emergency situations to clinical staff, supervisor and/or cardiologist.

Recognize abnormal rhythms and immediately notify Physician or appropriate clinical staff.

Maintain accurate patient documentation, including computerized documentation.

Performs general office duties: maintains stock supplies, assists administrators in determining quantities for purchase, records procedure codes for billing purposes, and scheduling patients.

Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Troubleshoot equipment and document errors or equipment malfunctions; escalate issues and concerns to supervisor.

Maintain adequate sonographic and supplies.

Requirements:

ARDMS or RCS License

Bivalent Booster

Additional Info - 

Adult Cardiac Sonographer, 40hrs, Days

*** Shift: Monday - Thursday 6:30am to 5:00pm.

An experienced Adult Cardiac Sonographer is needed to work in a busy Cardiac Department.

This position is responsible for approximately 28 outpatients per week.

The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing inpatient and outpatient procedures.

Studies Performed:

TTE, Stress Echo, Dobutamine Stress Echoes, Echo Contrast, Echo Bubble, TEE procedures.

You are not required to start IV’s.

Machinery Used: 6 Philips Epiq Echo Machines.

Syngo Dynamics PACS.

Reporting System:

Cupid & EPIC. RDCS Certification (or equivalent) is required.