Echocardiographer (RCS, RDCS) - Cardiology (Per Diem)

Hartford Healthcare•Norwalk, CT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs and assists with a variety of echocardiographic tests and other related duties, working under limited supervision to ensure high quality diagnostic studies. Reports to the manager of Non-Invasive Cardiology Services/ Manager of Echo Lab or Office/Practice Manager. Produce echocardiograms that satisfy the laboratory protocols for standard transthoracic imaging and for special conditions including valvular heart disease, stress echocardiography, 3D echocardiography and strain imaging. Participates fully in all the routine procedures within the laboratory, including transesophageal echo, stress echo, and structural heart disease cases where applicable. Identify studies which require vetting for appropriateness. Recognizes true cardiac emergencies, including cardiac tamponade, aortic dissection, and acute valvular regurgitation. Uses contrast for appropriate indications.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited ultrasound school
High School Diploma
One-year previous echocardiography experience
Experience with two-dimensional, m-mode, Doppler, TEE and stress echo
RCS by CCI or RDCS by ARDMS
Valid CPR Certification

Responsibilities

Performs and assists with a variety of echocardiographic tests and other related duties.
Produce echocardiograms that satisfy the laboratory protocols for standard transthoracic imaging and for special conditions including valvular heart disease, stress echocardiography, 3D echocardiography and strain imaging.
Participates fully in all the routine procedures within the laboratory, including transesophageal echo, stress echo, and structural heart disease cases where applicable.
Identify studies which require vetting for appropriateness.
Recognizes true cardiac emergencies, including cardiac tamponade, aortic dissection, and acute valvular regurgitation.
Uses contrast for appropriate indications.