Echo Technologist (PRN)

Gila Regional Medical Center•Silver City, NM

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist (Sonographer) is responsible for performing diagnostic echocardiograms and assisting the cardiologist during transeophageal echocardiograms. The sonographer must be competent in the use and administration of Definity contrast. S/he prepares a preliminary report for the Cardiologist, maintains a clean, stocked working environment, and participates in quality improvement processes.

Requirements

Credentialed by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, or, credentialed by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or must meet the eligibility requirements to take the ARDMS/CCI examination.
Current AHA BLS
NM Rad Tech licensure
All required documents must be presented at time of hire.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

Performs echocardiograms using state-of-the-art techniques and equipment.
Operates the echo system and assists the cardiologist during transesophageal echocardiograms.
Performs exercise and pharmacological echocardiograms proficiently.
Meets lab education and training protocol requirements to administer contrast imaging agents to patients when necessary.
Determines the need for Definity contrast on a case-by-case basis.
Utilizes the PACS system to perform measurements and analyze results of echocardiograms to facilitate physician interpretation of test results.
Prepares preliminary reports for the Cardiologist.
Utilizes the patient’s electronic health record to check exam orders and record appropriate study information.
Educates and positions the patient in preparation for the echocardiogram.
Transports portable imaging equipment to patient’s bedside in locations throughout the hospital.
Cleans, maintains, and troubleshoots imaging equipment, TEE probes, and other equipment.
Ensures exam rooms are orderly and stocked with supplies.
Participates in quality improvement processes and Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Echocardiography Laboratories (ICAEL) accreditation.
Participates in the implementation and performance of safety and quality assurance procedures.
Attends QA conferences as needed.
Must be competent to recognize abnormal, life-threatening situations and alert the appropriate physician to these findings in a timely manner.
Follows hospital exposure control plans/bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department to facilitate the department’s ability to meet its goals and objectives.
Reports equipment issues to proper personnel as needed.
Participates in strategic planning as it relates to Cardiac Ultrasound Services, the hospital as a whole, and the health service.
Additional duties as assigned.