Job Description

Certification Details

• BLS
• ARDMS/RDCS or CCI registry in Adult Echocardiography

Job Details

• Performs cardiac ultrasound procedures on patients and completes associated support activities as directed by the Cardiology Assistant Director and/or attending Cardiologist.
• Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures.
• Provides age appropriate care to the patients served by the Cardiology Department.
• Records procedure results in Echo Lab charts, log, etc.
• Immediately informs the Cardiology Assistant Director and/or attending Cardiologist of life threatening or questionable test results.
• Assumes active role in the Cardiology Department’s Continuous Quality Improvement Program.
• Enters into computer terminals a variety of patient information.
• Ensures appropriate documentation is maintained and updated.
• Performs preventative maintenance of cardiology equipment and accessories.
• Performs related duties and special assignments/projects.
• Pulls contrast media as appropriate for procedure.
• Uses appropriate communication and teamwork skills with patients, co-workers, and other hospital staff.
• Maintains proficiency with new hospital technologies including Information System upgrades, Echo Picture Archiving Computer Systems (PACS), and Cardiovascular Information Systems (CVIS).
• Serves as a workflow resource to physicians for new advancements in qualitative, quantitative, and information technologies such as 3D/4D cardiac ultrasound and related applications as well as a resource for daily utilization of PACS and CVIS systems.
• Participates in the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Labs (ICAEL) process for the lab.

Job Requirements

• ARDMS/RDCS or CCI registry in Adult Echocardiography - Required.
• Current BLS/Healthcare Provider status as per American Heart Association standards - Required.
• Experience in Adult/Pediatric Echocardiography - Required: 1 Year.
• High school diploma or GED - Required.
• Candidate familiar with McKesson/CHANGE Healthcare and GE ultrasound equipment - Highly desired.

Additional Details

• Manager looking for someone with adult and pediatric experience.

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