The Echo Technician works under the supervision of leadership. Performs non-invasive ultrasound diagnostic procedures on the heart (echo, TEE and stress echo).
Responsibilities
Performs echocardiographic studies, stress echo, TEE, and contrast echo studies. Recognizes sonographic characteristics of normal and abnormal tissues, structures and blood flow; Adjusts scanning technique to optimize image quality and spectral waveform characteristics. Analyzes sonographic findings throughout the course of the examination so that a comprehensive exam is completed and sufficient data is provided to the physician to direct patient management and render a final diagnosis. Assesses patient charts and prepares preliminary report worksheet for physician. Perform patient assessments as it relates to the diagnostic ultrasound procedure. Begin IVs as needed Other duties as assigned Transports patients to and from department. (Maryville and Albany Specific) Performs limited preventative maintenance of equipment. (Maryville Specific)
Education Successful completion of accredited Cardiac Ultrasound program - Required Equivalent work experience paired with ARDMS or CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Required
Work Experience Experience in performing echocardiograms. - Preferred 3 months to 1 year experience (Maryville Specific)
Licenses and Certifications Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - Required within 1 1/2 Yrs Or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - Required within 1 1/2 Yrs Basic Life Support (BLS) - Within 90 days of employment - Required within 90 Days
Travel Requirements Must be able to travel between various system facilities and off-site locations as needed. - Required
Qualifications
Skills and Abilities Essential Technical/Motor Skills Precise hand/eye coordination for echo transducer manipulation and equipment preparation; fine-tuned motor skills for quality echo image.
Interpersonal Skills Ability to explain test procedures with patient and able to report to physicians on patient status.
Essential Physical Requirements Must reach and extend arms around patients while balancing transducer on patient's chest for echo imaging. Ability to stoop and perform CPR including chest compressions. Reaching 3-5 feet to assist patient on treadmill and reach around patient while doing echo. Minimum lifting requirement is 50 lbs.
Essential Mental Abilities Must calculate numbers and measure distances on echoes. Must interpret and analyze cardiac anatomy and physiology on echo for abnormalities. Must comprehend disease status and understand ultrasound physics.
Essential Sensory Requirements Must visually interpret echo and ECG for quality analysis. Must be able to hear Doppler flows. Must be able to distinguish different colors on TV screen.
Exposure to Hazards Potential exposure to blood and blood products. Potential exposure to nuclear radiation. Needle Sticks
Other Skills and Abilities Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skill in providing appropriate care for patients in all age groups.
Mosaic Life Care is a health care system in northwest Missouri. With a vision of transforming community health by being a life-care innovator, Mosaic places the holistic needs of patients first by providing the right care at the right time and place, offering high value and quality health care.
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