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Job Summary
Echocardiographer Head Tech. Performs cardiac ultrasound procedures/treatments according to radiology practice standards in order to aid in the diagnosis and/or treatment of disease. Performs other duties as assigned. Assists Manager in making daily schedules to make department efficient in workflow, communicates well with staff and other departments, good decision-making and organizational skills.
Responsibilities
Organizes and coordinates daily operational functions and work flow to ensure the performance of high quality exams/treatments and the delivery of safe patient care and customer satisfaction.
Demonstrates a thorough understanding of non-invasive cardiac and cardiac ultrasound principals/theory and utilizes the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal procedures/treatments, as demonstrated by procedure/treatment results.
Develops appropriate procedure/treatment plan.
Implements procedure/treatment plan utilizing established hospital protocols/guidelines.
Completes documentation as required to comply with hospital policies and procedures.
Maintains equipment, procedure/treatment rooms, and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
Participates in hospital and departmental Performance Improvement activities to ensure that patient care is consistent with established standards.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience
Minimum Required
2 years experience in an acute care setting or comparable specialty area as required to meet all Lead competencies at the end of orientation period.
Preferred/Desired
Education
Minimum Required
Registered by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography ARDMS and/or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire date.
Preferred/Desired
Training
Minimum Required
Preferred/Desired
Special Skills
Minimum Required
Basic computer literacy skills.
Preferred/Desired
Licensure
Minimum Required
ARDMS/CCI or new graduate who will obtain required registry/certification with 12 months of hire.; BLS WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE.
Preferred/Desired
