Ultrasound Tech - Echo

Conifer Health Solutions•Palm Beach Gardens, FL

About The Position

The Ultrasound Tech performs echocardiograms, stress tests, transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE), EKGs, and Holter monitoring. The employee works independently with direction from the immediate supervisor and works closely with medical and hospital staff to meet their needs. The position is full-time, day shift.

Requirements

Registry through ARDMS or CCI.
BLS certification approved by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Perform echocardiograms using departmental protocols for obtaining images.
Assist with TEE procedures and stress testing by providing images that support physician diagnosis.
Identify problems, implement appropriate interventions, and report critical values.
Prioritize studies based on acuity, patient preference, and coordination of care with nursing and other ancillary services.
Provide EKG and Holter services when the echocardiography workload permits.
Obtain EKGs with appropriate lead placement, minimal artifact, and correct patient information.
Set up and scan Holter monitors, providing tracings that support physician diagnosis.
Document services completely and clearly so they can be tracked and traced; provide clear and accurate information to physicians.
Assist with processing reports, record copies, and report retrieval; reconcile charges daily with documentation.
Interact effectively with coworkers, ancillary services, and physicians.
Serve as a preceptor for new employees, agency personnel, and students.
Explain procedures clearly to patients and family members.
Log and communicate issues involving equipment, studies, and patients.
Complete competencies and educational requirements, attend departmental meetings and in-services, and help the department operate as a team.
Assist with department preparation and upkeep to meet regulatory requirements.
Stay current with department computer systems, procedures, and equipment upgrades.