About the job 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
SKILLSRequires 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 daysLICENSES:
- 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.