Echocardiography Technologist

RadNet•Sarasota, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Echocardiography Technologist performs diagnostic echocardiography exams and produces high-quality diagnostic images while providing excellent patient care. The technologist explains procedures to patients, responds to their questions, protects their privacy and confidential health information, and completes documentation and reports associated with technical procedures. The role responds to physician questions and needs and may involve working under a physician’s direct medical supervision during certain procedures. The technologist follows approved department procedures and applicable regulations, assists with ultrasound-guided Echo Stress Tests, performs quality control testing, monitors patients during exams, and takes appropriate action when a patient experiences discomfort or a medical problem. The role also involves maintaining equipment and exam rooms, managing schedules and add-on patients, helping transport patients, providing follow-up information, and handling sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism. Technologists may orient and train new sonographers as directed and perform other related duties assigned by management.

Requirements

Current ARRT(S) or ARDMS certification, or ARDMS Registry Eligible.
High school diploma or GED.
CPR certification.
Maintain license, continuing education, and experience in accordance with applicable state, federal, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to use specialized equipment.
Ability to respond calmly and appropriately to emergencies.
Professional and courteous manner when interacting with the public and people of diverse backgrounds.
Strong customer service, written and verbal communication, and medical-related skills or knowledge.
Detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to interact effectively with doctors, patients, vendors, peers, staff, and management.
Knowledge and skills may be demonstrated through successful completion of an accredited ultrasound program and applicable licenses, registrations, or certifications.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including occasionally lifting over 50 pounds and assisting patients onto tables or equipment as part of a lift-assistance team.

Responsibilities

Perform echocardiography procedures in accordance with approved practices, department policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
Assist the cardiologist with ultrasound-guided Echo Stress Tests.
Explain procedures to patients and answer their questions and concerns.
Protect patients’ rights, privacy, and confidential health information.
Document procedures and maintain required department records, paperwork, and exam reports.
Perform required quality control testing.
Assist with transporting patients.
Suggest improvements to work methods.
Provide orientation and training to new sonographers as directed.
Produce high-quality diagnostic images in a timely manner while providing excellent patient care.
Treat patients, family members, care providers, and customers with courtesy, professionalism, and respect.
Monitor patients during exams, recognize discomfort or medical problems, and take appropriate action.
Check patient histories and referrals, determine whether the requested study is appropriate, and obtain signed waivers when necessary.
Consult with a radiologist when necessary to determine the appropriate scanning procedure; seek guidance and prior approval before performing additional scans or views when indicated.
Maintain ultrasound exam rooms and dressing booths, including cleaning, stocking supplies, and preparing equipment and rooms before patients arrive.
Handle sensitive situations in a supportive and empathetic manner while maintaining confidentiality regarding exam outcomes or potential issues.
Maintain patient schedules, accommodate requested add-on patients, and communicate delays or schedule changes to appropriate people.
Release patients with appropriate follow-up information.
Monitor the patient library, print films, and burn CDs as needed.
Participate in projects and complete other tasks assigned by management.
Maintain continuing education, licensing, and required credentials.
Follow applicable laws, OSHA regulations, organizational and site protocols, HIPAA, privacy, safety, confidentiality, and universal precautions.
Communicate and cooperate professionally with supervisors, coworkers, patients, visitors, and vendors; promote good public relations.
Report to work as scheduled, maintain punctuality and satisfactory attendance, adhere to time-management policies, and complete responsibilities accurately and on time.
Adapt to and learn new tasks, methods, and systems.