Echo/Cardiac Sonographer Pt

Summary The Echo Tech uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment, to produce images. These procedures require specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population. Perform echocardiogram procedures for diagnostic purposes. Follow established requirements and regulations to ensure patient care and safety.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Perform imaging and non-imaging evaluations which may include echocardiography.
• Obtains patient history, explains procedures to patient, addresses patients’ concerns, and follows established pre-screening policy and procedure.
• Determines appropriate methodology and techniques to use; arranges immobilization and/or support devices for proper patient positioning; selects appropriate imaging device.
• Prepares patient for echocardiography procedures, positions patient as appropriate for prescribed procedure, and assists patients at completion of procedure.
• Uses good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses, or if additional imaging procedures are needed.
• Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation.
• Prepares facilities in accordance with procedural requirements; calibrates equipment as required by the institution.
• Monitors the patient’s physical condition during the course of the procedure; report patient change of status or emergency situations to clinical staff, supervisor and/or cardiologist.
• Recognize abnormal rhythms and immediately notify Physician or appropriate clinical staff.
• Maintain accurate patient documentation, including computerized documentation.
• Performs general office duties: maintains stock supplies, assists administrators in determining quantities for purchase, records procedure codes for billing purposes, and scheduling patients.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Troubleshoot equipment and document errors or equipment malfunctions; escalate issues and concerns to supervisor.
• Maintain adequate sonographic and supplies.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

ARDMS in (RDCS) or CCI in (RCS) preferred

Other Skills and Abilities

Prefer graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Needs one to two years’ experience to be fully proficient