Registered Echosonographer

TriHealth•Cincinnati, OH

15h•Onsite

About The Position

As an Echosongrapher at the Highland District Hospital you will be responsible for performing a full range of echocardiographic procedures, including Transthoracic Echocardiograms (TTE), Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE), Stress Echocardiography, and Doppler studies. Ensures accurate documentation, completion of required paperwork, and appropriate charge capture for all procedures. Collaborates in the orientation, training, and mentorship of new technologists and students as needed. Actively participates in quality assurance initiatives and continuous process improvement efforts to support optimal patient care and departmental efficiency.

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

Wearing lead aprons for all procedural Echo testing that is required within and/or near X-Ray Generating Equipment.

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: works 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.