JOB SUMMARY:

• Demonstrates an understanding of cross-sectional human anatomy, physiology, pathology and medical terminology to obtain optimal studies.
• Evaluates accuracy and quality of scan results.
• Maintains knowledge in all facets of performing the optimal studies including pertinent clinical history and related diagnostic procedures, ultrasound physics, normal anatomy and pathological variants.
• Demonstrates competency in production, use, recognition and analysis of images and waveforms used for patient diagnosis and treatment

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• One year experience as an Echo Technician preferred.
• Graduate of certified training program and/or Echo certified registration preferred
• ACLS Certified (may be obtained post-hire)
• BLS Certified form American Heart Association

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

                Routine Duties

• Perform lower and upper arterial and venous exams as ordered
• Perform carotid arterial exams as ordered
• Perform 2D M-Mode Echocardiography exams as ordered
• Perform Trans-Esophageal Echocardiography exams as ordered
• Assists in Intra-operative exams as ordered
• Perform holter monitor exams
• Assist with Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs echocardiograms and stress echos
• Educates patients on procedures. Prepares worksheets that include patient history and technical data from study.
• Skill in performing recognized echo procedures.
• Skill in using computer network system competently to process patient and department information.
• Use of ultrasound equipment, computers,.
• Able to work in a cooperative nature within and outside department with staff, patients, and physicians.
• Able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Able to explain procedures clearly and simply to patients.
• Detailed knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy, cardiac disease processes and the effect of the disease process on the cardiac structures and blood flow.

• Proper documentation in the patient medical record as it relates to scope of practice. Properly maintains and organizes records.
• Assists in the quality improvement program of the department and/or hospital
• Performs any other tasks assigned by the cardio pulmonary supervisor in order to maintain the proper function of the cardio pulmonary department
• Complies with hospital policy regarding attendance, time and personal appearance/hygiene.