Echocardiography Technologist I

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• Performs ECHO procedures according to protocols of departmental policies.  Compiles pertinent patient information prior to performing the study.
• Ensures that ECHO images, measurements and calculations are obtained and ready for physician’s interpretation.
• Confers with physician, department head and/or other sonographers to obtain the best information with views, measurements and calculations.
• Demonstrates abnormal findings and gives additional information to enable the cardiologist to better evaluate the ECHO.
• Enters procedural charges into the computer system during the shift in which the procedure was performed.
• Explains and educates patients to procedures and assists with patient care within the department.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as required by the department head and Medical Director.

Additional Job Description

Six months experience in performing ECHOs.  Certification by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers for Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographers, preferred.  Maintains CPR certification and completion of the Basic Arrhythmia Course.

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