ECHOCARDIOGRAPHER

Cardiac Ultrasound Technician$15,000.00 SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLEJob SummaryPerforms noninvasive diagnostic testing using cardiac ultrasound to provide data to the physicians to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of heart disorders. These tests include but are not limited to transthoracic echoes, transesophageal echoes, stress echoes and dobutamine stress echoes.Essential Job FunctionsAcquires all images required by echo protocol for a complete (2D, Doppler and Color Flow) and follow-up transthoracic echocardiogram, transesophageal echocardiogram and a stress echoIntroduces self to patient and explains the test.Asks the patient to state their name and date of birth and confirms by comparing to arm bracelet and requisition.Conducts the technical aspects of the test according to protocol explaining as much as is needed to keep patient engaged in the process and comfortable with what is being done.Documents in the medical record that the test was completed and any other pertinent data.Makes the determination of technical limitations in the exam, proceeds if needed, terminates exam or administers contrast to enhance.Explains the need for contrast and gets verbal consent from patient to proceed.Uses existing IV, starts IV or gets trained staff to start an IV for themAdministers contrast agent per protocolContinues gathering needed views in sync with the contrast agent per protocolDownloads all the portions of study needed for complete interpretation including all technical data established in protocol.Enters or downloads all ADT information neededEnters ordering physician, interpreting physician and tech completing the testCompletes all data fields expected per protocolCompletes daily all clerical functions related to running this departmentAnswering and making phone callsGetting reports to physicians for interpretation and then distributing them as needed.Posts charges dailyCopies and files as neededMaintains a productivity rating of + or - 10% of other staff in the department on a quarterly basis based on the relative time allotted per UOS.Maintains sufficient level of supplies in the department.Maintains record of services provided for verification and statistical purposes.Cleans and assures proper maintenance of all equipment.Cleans and stores TEE probes per protocolOther duties as assigned.Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma, GED or higher level of education.Graduate of an accredited Medical Ultrasound or Echocardiography Program.One (1) or more years of recent experience in echo or recent graduate of an accredited program in echocardiography.Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment.Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment.Preferred QualificationsFully trained in all aspects of echocardiography.ARDMS Registered or equivalent.License, Certification & ClearancesCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) programDMS Certified Echo Tech or Equivalent, Registry eligible upon hire.Must have ARDMS certification within one (1) year from date of hire.Act 33 with renewalAct 34 with renewalAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewalSupervisory ResponsibilitiesThis position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkIncumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health System locations.AAP/EEOIndependence Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Independence Health System to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Independence Health System will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.Work EnvironmentEffective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelinesWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift. - Physical Condition - Essential - Marginal - Constantly - Frequently - Occasionally - Rarely - NeverExtreme Heat - xExtreme Cold - xHeights - xConfined Spaces - xExtreme Noise(>85dB) - xMechanical Hazards - xUse of Vibrating Tools - xOperates Vehicle (company) - xOperates Heavy Equipment - xUse of Lifting/Transfer Devices - x - xRotates All Shifts - x8 Hours Shifts - x - x10-12 Hours Shifts - xOn-Call - x - xOvertime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk) - x - xTravel Between Sites - x - xDirect Patient Care - x - xRespirator Protective Equipment - x - xEye Protection - xHead Protection (hard hat) - xHearing Protection - xHand Protection - x - xFeet, Toe Protection - xBody Protection - x - xLatex Exposure - x - xSolvent Exposure - xPaint (direct use) Exposure - xDust (sanding) Exposure - xEthylene Oxide Exposure - xCytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure - xBlood/Body Fluid Exposure - x - xChemicals (direct use) Exposure - xMist Exposure - xWax Stripper (direct use) - xNon-Ionizing Radiation Exposure - xIonizing Radiation Exposure - xLaser Exposure - xPhysical DemandsWhen lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.Essential – Absolute Necessity.Marginal – Minimal Necessity.Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or