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.