Uses high frequency sound waves (ultrasound), and other noninvasive echocardiography testing equipment, to produce images of the heart. These procedures require specialized knowledge and skills in support of the provision of diagnostic and/or therapeutic services to a specified patient population. Echo Techs may specialize in Adult Echocardiograph, Pediatric Echocardiography or Fetal Echocardiography.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum EducationGraduate of an accredited school of cardiac ultrasound (or) nationally credentialed ultrasound (or) OJT with two years of experience and proven skills in cardiac ultrasound and related fields.

Preferred Certification and/or Registry

Required LicensesCardiovascular Technologist and Technician
Preferred Certification and/or Registry in EEGBLS

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization.

Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention.

Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience.

Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice.

Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations.

Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities.

Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards.

Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information.

Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization.

Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and TJC standards and/or standards from other accrediting bodies.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reads journals and reference books to maintain continuing education.

Attends department meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides patients with a complete explanation of procedures or treatments

Maximizes patient's comfort, safety and provides effective communication

Evaluate patients through interview with patient or family obtaining oral history, review of chart and correct patient identification

Performs procedures according to protocols

Ability to identify normal/abnormal heart function. Adjust testing procedure accordingly.

Demonstrates correct usage of equipmentVerify machine functionFollows correct procedure for reporting equipment malfunctions

Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment according to manufacture and Infection Control Policies

Documents, archives and charges for all diagnostic procedures within the hospital computer system and all documentation and charges meets current standards and policies

Promotes positive teamwork within the Neurology and Cardiology department

Provides effective communication with physician

On Call consultation and/or necessary call back for patient adjustment of diagnostic testing and set up

Participates in sharing of knowledge and expertise through in-service, staff meetings, and assisting as preceptor with orientation of any new personnel and/or fellow personnel

Continues education and/or registration by participating in education classes, conferences and technical meetings

Demonstrates/verbalizes appropriate response during emergencies

FUNCTIONAL DEMANDS

Physical DemandsStand - FrequentWalk - FrequentSit - FrequentTalk or hear - ContinuousUse hands to finger, handle or fee - FrequentPush/Pull - OccasionalReach with hands and arms - FrequentUp to 10 pounds - OccasionalUp to 25 pounds - OccasionalUp to 50 pounds - OccasionalOver 100 pounds - OccasionalClose Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)Distance Vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)Peripheral Vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down or to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point)Depth Perception (three-dimensional vision; ability to judge distances and spatial relationships)Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)Ability to hear alarms on equipmentAbility to hear client callAbility to hear instructions from physician/department staffAbility to hear overhead paging system and fire alarms

Work EnvironmentWork near moving mechanical parts - OccasionalOutdoor weather conditions - OccasionalRisk of electrical shock - OccasionalRisk of radiation - OccasionalThe typical noise level for the work environment - Moderate Noise

Repetitive Motion ActionsRepetitive use of foot control - OccasionalRepetitive use of hands - FrequentGrasping: simple/light - FrequentGrasping: firm/heavy - OccasionalFine Dexterity - Frequent