Echocardiography Tech

Echocardiography TechBeckley, WV, United StatesAbout the JobMUST HAVE:Associates Degree in Diagnostic Medical SonographyRegistered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer by ARDMS preferredRegistered Cardiovascular Technologist by the National Board of Cardiovascular Technology preferredJOB DESCRIPTION:Performs a variety of cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures as assigned.Carries out assigned duties and responsibilities according to policies and procedures as directed by the Director for Cardiopulmonary Services.Reviews existing clinical data, collects additional data and recommends obtaining additional pertinent data. Evaluates all data to determine appropriateness and medical necessity of the test ordered.Selects, assembles and checks the equipment necessary to perform diagnostic testInitiates, conducts and modifies the prescribed diagnostic procedureMaintains patient records and communicates relevant information to members of the health care teamContinue with self-development and assists Director with orientation and continuing education of trainees, medical staff, and other hospital employees.Promotes age appropriate care to all patientsMIN EDUCATION:Associates degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Bachelor of Science RequiredGraduate of a Program in Discipline RequiredSKILLS:Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.CERTIFICATIONS: Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 daysLICENSES:Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist by the National Board of Cardiovascular Technology; preferredAdvanced knowledge of neurology and cardiovascular physiology and other sciences related to neurological and cardiopulmonary diagnostics and be able to demonstrate these to othersMIN WORK EXPERIENCE:At least one year experience performing echocardiographic or vascular studies.