Echocardiographer

Job Description

Successful completion of an ultrasound or cardiovascular technology program which includes didactic and supervised clinical experience in echocardiography.

Location:

United States (On-site)

Under the direction of the Manager, Cardiology & Pulmonary Services and Nursing Supervisor, Cardiology, the Echocardiographer has primary responsibility to perform all forms of Echo cardiographic studies. The Echocardiographer is responsible to perform the functions of the CPL Tech I and Tech II technician. Responsible for providing services to newborns through geriatrics. Assumes responsibility for policy/procedure, performance improvement activities and collaborative committee participation.

Acts as a clinical preceptor for all levels.

Education:

• Successful completion of an ultrasound or cardiovascular technology program which includes didactic and supervised clinical experience in echocardiography.

Experience:

• Recent training or training and experience in echocardiography.
• Preference may also be given to candidates who have documented previous experience in similar duties.
• Preference may be given to candidates with documented experience in invasive echocardiography (transesophageal echocardiography) procedures.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Skill in basic keyboarding.
• Demonstrates a willingness to accept the responsibility for independent study to advance skills and knowledge in job responsibilities.
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates mature judgment.

License/Certification/Registration:

• Preference is given to candidates who are registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) or by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (Registered Cardiac Sonographer). Registration must be obtained within one year of hire/transfer.
• Meets the American Heart Association’s standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renews BLS every two years.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Under the direction of the Manager, Cardiology & Pulmonary Services and the Nursing Supervisor, Cardiology in accordance with established Hospital policies and procedures, the employee proceeds with minimal supervision.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

None

• Assumes the responsibilities of the Echocardiography Technician.
  • Demonstrates competency in performing the skills of the Level I and II Cardiopulmonary Technician to the standards delineated in the department Policy and Procedure Manual.
  • Performs Echo cardiographic examinations, including 2-dimensional, M-mode, Doppler and color flow interrogation. Performs exercise and pharmacologic stress echo cardiographic procedures, including patient preparation and imaging.
  • Delineates abnormalities and expands the scope of the examination appropriately.
  • Correlates invasive and noninvasive diagnostic tests with cardiac anatomy and function.
  • Establishes priorities, work routines and workflow patterns to assure prompt and efficient delivery of service.
  • Completes all appropriate measurements and calculations (2-D and Doppler) to provide available anatomic and hemodynamic information.
  • Assists in training/mentoring co-workers with lesser degree of skill/expertise in cardiac diagnostic procedures.
  • Assists and participates in the quality improvement initiatives as required by the accrediting body.
• Collects data and maintains records.
  • Completes in timely manner all requisite documentation of study performance.
  • Completes in timely manner all charge procedures associated with study.
  • Generates and provides information necessary for physicians’ charge for interpretation/performance of studies.
  • Processes reports of diagnostic procedures, and forwards to appropriate destinations(s).
• Performs the test with sensitivity to the needs of the patient.
  • Introduces self and explains the process of the test.
  • Provides privacy.
  • Maintains patient comfort.
  • Uses sound judgment to terminate the test within the realm of the job description as appropriate.
  • Seeks help to perform the test as needed.
• Maintains the integrity of equipment and adequate supplies.
  • Completes daily cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
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