Registered Echosonographer

TriHealth•Kenwood, OH

82d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a growing Echo team at Bethesda North Hospital, part of the nationally recognized TriHealth Heart & Vascular Institute, one of the region's leading cardiac care providers. You'll perform a variety of advanced cardiac imaging procedures while working alongside experienced cardiovascular professionals in a high-quality, collaborative environment. If you're looking to grow your skills and make an impact on patient care, this is the opportunity for you.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program, in Allied Health
Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree
RDCS designation from ARDMS or RCS designation from CCI.
Highly developed understanding of cardiac anatomy and hemodynamics
Clinical experience in a related field
Clinical hours during training

Nice To Haves

Participates in the training, direction, and education of new technologists and students when applicable
Participates in quality and process improvement activities

Responsibilities

Works with the cardiologists/Lead Techs to ensure that the quality standards are being met. Reports any equipment, PACS, or report data issues. Ensures patient safety.
Timely processing and verification of images and accompanying paperwork and/or computer work such as echo measurements, data entry into reports, critical findings, charging, etc.
Helps with other department duties as necessary: work with nurses, technicians, and clerical staff and is a team player. Takes call if applicable.
Demonstrates competency: Provides clear and accurate technical images. Takes appropriate and accurate measurements. Able to inject Echo contrast and Agitated Saline per protocol and image appropriately. Conveys to the physician any necessary information.
Answers phone promptly and communicates with all customers appropriately. Seeks resolutions to requests, whether adding additional testing or needing reports. Explains delays to patients.