Echocardiography Tech

MUST HAVE

• 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 echocardiographic or vascular studies.