Echocardiographer Registered

Kent Hospital•Warwick, RI

12d

About The Position

The Registered Echocardiographer performs daily clinical operations in the Echocardiography Lab, including transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, contrast studies using Definity, bubble studies, stress echocardiograms, and chemical stress echocardiograms. The role includes preliminary interpretation of studies, assessment of ventricular performance, and assistance during transesophageal procedures. Using 2D, M-mode, and Doppler techniques, the sonographer evaluates and records relevant anatomical, pathological, and functional data to assist in diagnosing and treating patients. The work includes assessing patients, planning how to complete ordered procedures, preparing the room and equipment, and ensuring image quality. The echocardiographer explains procedures to patients and addresses their questions, performs routine and emergency studies, recognizes cardiac abnormalities and escalates them according to departmental criteria, and supports cardiologist review by preparing and downloading studies. The role also involves documentation, billing, quality improvement, accreditation support, inventory management, collaboration, and continuing professional development.

Requirements

Training from a Cardio-Vascular program.
A minimum of three years of practical experience or equivalent.
RDMS or RCS certification required.

Responsibilities

Explain testing procedures and answer patients’ questions to support their comfort.
Perform routine and emergency echocardiograms using independent judgment and equipment manipulation to obtain required calculations and measurements.
Recognize cardiac abnormalities and notify the Cardiologist according to departmental criteria.
Identify when further testing with Definity contrast is needed and, after competency training, administer the contrast agent.
Notify the Cardiac RN and Cardiologist of adverse events or reactions.
Download and prepare echocardiograms for Cardiologist review and interpretation.
Maintain daily patient-exam records and documentation, and complete the billing process.
Participate in quality improvement activities and quality assurance meetings.
Attend echo-related conferences and pursue continuing education and professional growth.
Assist with maintaining accreditation requirements for the professional accreditation society.
Promote a collaborative and cooperative work environment within the department.
Maintain an appropriate inventory of supplies to support continuous service and minimize downtime.
Perform other related duties as assigned.