PerDiem-Echo Technician-6152

Works under the direction of the supervisor/ director, cardiologist, in the performance of standard and

complex echocardiography including stress echo, TEE, and vascular testing. Utilize established protocols for

the purpose of assisting the cardiologist in the diagnosis of cardiac malfunctions, malformations and

abnormalities. Adheres to KHI’s Behavioral Expectations Agreement.

·       Uses professional judgment to adapt imaging procedures to ensure quality diagnostic outcomes.

·       Selects the most appropriate and cost-effective action plan after reviewing all pertinent data and assessing the patient’s abilities and condition.  Selects transducer and adjusts equipment controls according to patients’ size and condition, depth of field, and other specifications of exam.

·       Coordinates and participates in a variety of duties involved in the operation of echocardiography equipment to obtain and record two-dimensional and M-mode presentation of the heart utilizing high frequency sound waves to assist the physician in diagnosis.

·       Documents patient and exam occurrences in PACS/RIS to include exam start complete times.

·       Able to recognize significant clinical information and historical facts from the patient and from the medical record which may impact the examination.

·       Observes patient and equipment during procedures, documents patient reactions or problems on requisitions and reports immediately to supervisor.

·       Reconfirms patient identification using patient name and DOB and verifies procedure requested.  Verifies female patient pregnancy status when appropriate.

·       Assesses factors that may contraindicate the procedure, such as medications or insufficient patient preparation.

·       Available to perform other duties as assigned.  Optimizes use of time by efficiently using resources.  Assists with transporting, clerical duties and QA/QC testing.

·       Maintains assigned area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition, reports all equipment failures to immediate supervisor and completes required documentation in service log.

·       The technologist works to reduce the risk of health care acquired infections through compliance with current CDC hand hygiene guidelines.  Standard precautions are utilized during patient contact and when handling contaminated materials.

·       The technologist is knowledgeable of and demonstrates compliance with all National Patient Safety Goals.

·       Understands Hospital and Departmental policies.  Has the knowledge to perform job responsibilities safely and complete duties without direct supervision.

·       Contributes to departmental compliance on IP exams performed in less than 6 hours from order.

·       Keeps abreast of happenings within department by attending staff meetings.

·       Completes Annual Mandatory Hospital Program updates.

·       Contributes to departmental goal of Courtesy of Imaging Services staff at 90%.

·       Contributes to Hospital goal of 90% for patient satisfaction.

Education: Graduate of an Ultrasound Technology program or Cardiovascular Technology program or 2 years equivalent work experience and training with high school diploma or equivalent

Licensure: Current registration and licensure by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or Certificate from accredited Echocardiography program

Certification: BLS through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Education: Graduate of an Echocardiography Technology program

Exposure Categories:

·        Category I: Expected duties have routine potential for exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues

·        Other potential hazard(s): possible exposure to hostile individuals

·       Ability to safely lift and physically manipulate patients. 

·       Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel.

·        Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

·       Ability to analyze and apply theory to practice skills.

·       Standing and walking for periods of 2 hours or longer.

·       Possible exposure to blood product and radiation. 

·       Lifting equipment up to 50lbs, pushing equipment up to 150lbs, and assisting with the movement of an adult patient weighing up to 300lbs.

·       Concentration, visual and auditory acuity for watching monitors and following instructions during procedures.