Job Overview :
This position is responsible for performing Transthoracic Echocardiograms, TEE, Stress Echo and Doppler, etc., as well as processing corresponding paperwork and charging.
This position also participates in the training, direction, and education of new technologists and students when applicable, and participates in quality and process improvement activities.
This technologist is either a new grad with less than 2 years experience and / or a technologist that only works at an outpateint location and does not take any call.
Job Requirements :
Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program and education and training program in sonography
RDCS / RCS designation from ARDMS / CCI or graduate of an accredited echo sonography program and obtains RDCS / RCS designation.
Completed specific training on the intravenous administration of ultrasound enhancing agents.
Highly developed understanding of cardiac anatomy and hemodynamics
Clinic hours during training
Job Responsibilities :
Works with the cardiologists to ensure that the quality standards are being met. Reports any equipment, PACS, or report data or transcription issues. Ensures patient safety.
Timely processes accompanying paperwork and / or computer work such as, filling our report data, charging, filing, etc.
Helps with other department duties as necessary : works with GXT and other staff. Is a team player. Takes call as needed.
Provides clear and accurate technical images. Takes appropriate measurements. Able to inject Echo contrast per protocol and image appropriately.
Conveys to the physician any necessary information.
Answers phone promptly and communicates with all customers appropriately. Seeks resolutions to requests, whether adding additional testing or needing reports.
Explains delays to patients.
Other Job-Related Information :
Working Conditions : Climbing - Rarely
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Frequently
Continuous Learning - Occasionally
Hearing : Conversation - Frequently
Hearing : Other Sounds - Frequently
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting