Echo Technician

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; or
• 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. Enters all pertinent data.
• 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.
• Maintains and cleans laboratory or ultrasound equipment on a daily basis or as needed.
• Make sure adequate supplies are kept, by maintaining an ongoing inventory system.
• Provide customer service, demonstrating a cheerful friendly manner while on duty.
• Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for actions.
• Flexible in work assignments, accepts changes in assignments in the spirit of good teamwork. Displays positive attitude, addresses conflicts privately, treats others with respect/dignity.
• Keep inservices, training, credentials current and is competent with Informational Technology skills as it relates to this position.

Credentials:

• ARDMS or CCI (Required)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• Associate of Arts or Science (Required)
• 3+ years experience in the field 1+ years experoence as a Cardiac Sonographer
• Other
• Graduate of an accredited cardiac ultrasound training program