Job Description:
This position performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identification of cardiac or venous abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis. This role is designed for recent graduates of an echocardiography program and/or new to the field or have minimal experience. Caregiver may be hired on as a Level I or II, depending on qualifications and experience. Incumbent may be eligible for a sign-on bonus and relocation, if applicable.
Essential Functions
Competency; Must demonstrate technical competence for performance protocols specific to the department.
Prioritize and schedule exams. Coordinate exams with medical staff, physician offices, other caregivers and patients.
Prepare for the exam by following patient identification processes, educating patient and family on procedure, and transporting the patient. Perform ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner. Ensure patient safety and comfort and achieve quality outcomes.
Throughout the exam, identify patient needs and appropriately communicate and coordinate patient care with physicians, other caregivers, patient, and family.
After the exam, return patient to room and ensure patient stability and safety.
Mentor caregivers and students on basic equipment use and procedural technique.
Appropriately document exam results and other needed information. Apply appropriate charge codes for exams and supplies.
Clean and maintain equipment, work area, and stock supplies. Follow appropriate channels to coordinate repair or supply needs.
Support team and quality improvement processes and initiatives.
Participate in educational opportunities to ensure clinical competence and develop additional skills and knowledge. Provide education for other caregivers, fellows, and students as appropriate.
Skills
Sonography Proficiency
Digital Proficiency
Clinical Care Skills
Time Management
Risk Management
Healthcare Language Fluency
Patient Instructional Skills
Healthcare Professional Development
Instructional Design and Delivery
Quality Assurance
Level I Minimum Qualifications
ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
Level II Minimum Qualifications
ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
Must achieve each of the following areas:
Must meet all Echo/Vascular Technologist I qualifications
Certification/Registry Obtain any two of the national registry credential(s) through ARDMS, CCI, or ACS as applicable to the department:
Vascular technology
RPHS (Registered Phlebology Sonographer)
TCD (Transcranial Doppler)
Adult Echo
Adult Congenital Echo
Advanced Cardiac Sonographer
Obtain / Maintain a minimum of one registry with the following years of experience: Ten or more years of echocardiography experience
Five or more years of echocardiography experience with an Associates Degree
Demonstrated competency requirements: (Participate in either of the following) Must complete a minimum of 1500 studies as related to credentials
Must have documented Echo Medical Director review of a minimum of 5 studies in addition to a supervisory skills pass off of a minimum of 20 studies. (Must use IMH health approved form) Internal applicants must furnish upon application
External applicants must complete within 3 months of hire
Formal written recommendation by each of the following: Echo/Vascular Manager
Cardiovascular Director
CV Imaging Medical Director
Physical Requirements
Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency…