Echocardiography Tech

• Associates Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer by ARDMS preferred
• Registered Cardiovascular Technologist by the National Board of Cardiovascular Technology preferred

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Performs a variety of cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures as assigned.
• Carries out assigned duties and responsibilities according to policies and procedures as directed by the Director for Cardiopulmonary Services.
• Reviews existing clinical data, collects additional data and recommends obtaining additional pertinent data. Evaluates all data to determine appropriateness and medical necessity of the test ordered.
• Selects, assembles and checks the equipment necessary to perform diagnostic test
• Initiates, conducts and modifies the prescribed diagnostic procedure
• Maintains patient records and communicates relevant information to members of the health care team
• Continue with self-development and assists Director with orientation and continuing education of trainees, medical staff, and other hospital employees.
• Promotes age appropriate care to all patients

MIN EDUCATION

• Associates degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Bachelor of Science Required
• Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required

SKILLS

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

CERTIFICATIONS Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days

LICENSES:

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist by the National Board of Cardiovascular Technology; preferred
• Advanced knowledge of neurology and cardiovascular physiology and other sciences related to neurological and cardiopulmonary diagnostics and be able to demonstrate these to others

MIN WORK EXPERIENCE:

At least one year experience performing echo cardiographic or vascular studies.