ECHO Technologist

Job Duties / Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic procedures applying prescribed and proper methods of ultrasound techniques.

Generates and produces diagnostic imaging using two-dimensional imaging, spectral and color flow Doppler as well as any other available imaging techniques.

Selects proper transducer and adjustment of equipment according to the needs required for proper diagnostic testing (subject organ(s) to be examined, depth of field, etc.) along with other requirements for proper and productive testing.

Explains the procedures to patients and address their concerns.

Keys test data and patient information into computer to maintain record of test results.

Generates detailed preliminary reports of findings.

Communicates STAT findings as detailed in organizational processes.

Consents patients as needed and ensures documents are transferred to patient's medical records.

Assists physician with ultrasound guided biopsies and / or invasive procedures.

Maintains equipment according to manufacturer's requirements and industry standards, at least once a month.

Monitors, records and communicates as appropriate the utilization of computerized documentation systems.

Utilizes knowledge of age specific needs of patient in performance of duties and responsibilities.

Influences and create SOPs for Ultrasound best practices.

Provides a safe environment for administering contrast material.

Assists with transporting patients to and from room.

Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Travels to different office locations as needed.

Other duties as assigned and modified at manager's discretion.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Current Certification in Basic Life Support required

Customer service abilities including effective listening skills

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

Ability and willingness to travel locally and / or regionally up to 40% of the time

Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and / or equipment up to 50 pounds

Education And Experience Criteria

Graduate of an accredited school in Ultrasound Technology required

Bachelor's degree in healthcare related field preferred

A minimum of 6 months of related work experience post internship / externship required

A minimum of 2 years of experience post internship / externship preferred Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) required to perform Echo cardiograms

Must be registered in specific ultrasound modality they perform, e.g., vascular, general

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AMA) or American Red Cross required w / in first 90 days of employment

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