Cardiac Ultrasound Technology Associate - Echo

LCMC Health•Alexandria, LA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Your job is more than a job. At LCMC Health, we help you to lean into your calling by leaning in with you, ensuring you have the resources to do your job as only you can. And that begins with receiving the support you need to thrive and grow, which looks different for each person. Living out our commitment to inclusion requires providing benefits that are as diverse and unique as our workforce. It’s a responsibility we take seriously. Because we don’t just serve the New Orleans community—we’re at the beating heart of it. Whether by offering community health services or making medical innovations more accessible, LCMC Health is bringing a culture of wellness to the communities that matter to you. When you know you’re making an authentic impact, you give a little extra to every day— as a person, with your team, in your community—and that’s one of the reasons why you’ll be a perfect fit at LCMC Health, where giving a little something extra is at the heart of everything we do.

Requirements

Eligible for registry with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute.
Basic Life Support Health Care Provider American Heart Association
Knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation, cardiac anatomy and physiology, vascular anatomy and physiology, general medical terminology and an understanding of the nomenclature of physicians' orders.
Ability to locate anatomic landmarks, use manual dexterity for proper probe placement and draw clinically relevant conclusions from raw data.
Basic computer and data entry skills are needed, and analytical skills are required to determine job priorities, multi-task and work independently.
National Registry - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/RCVT/RVT or RVS/RCS within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

Demonstrates proficiency and quality in performing the technical aspects of Diagnostic Ultrasound with and according to department policy and procedure.
Performs echocardiograms and vascular studies within the scope training and experience. Expands the scope of examination according to any abnormalities. Selects the appropriate transducers and settings for examinations.
Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiogram and stress echocardiograms.
Maintains records of all procedures performed and archives patient examinations.
Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
Inspects the ultrasound equipment daily to ensure it is operating effectively.
Reports any malfunctions through the proper reporting method in a timely manner.
Identifies the patient and procedure to be performed in accordance with the JCAHO standards.
Examines rooms and equipment are cleaned and maintained between patients.
Monitors and notifies the proper personnel when supplies are needed.
Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.
Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
Assumes responsibility for the safety and well-being of all patients in the Sonography area/department.