Echo Technologist

Description

: Job Summary

Independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, performs Echocardiography and / or vascular ultrasound / sonography procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in ultrasound / sonography, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum sonographic imaging, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority.

Job Requirements

Education

• Required : Graduate or graduation eligible (successful completion of all didactic courses and clinical competencies – not able to walk until next graduation date) of an approved school of medical sonography. Experience may be substituted for applicants that have not successfully completed a formal education program in medical sonography (see “Experience”).

Experience

Skills

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Experience : ▪ Required : One year dedicated ultrasound experience OR No experience required with fulfillment of education requirement ▪ Preferred : Two years dedicated sonography imaging experience

Skills : ▪ Strong analytical / problem solving skills. ▪ Knowledge of current diagnostic technical information. ▪ Proficient in using computers and computer systems. ▪ Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills. ▪ Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ▪ Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.

Licensure / Certification / Registration : ▪ Required : (PE)(RDCS) or (PE)(RDMS) or (AE)(RDCS) or (AE)(RDMS) or (RCS)(CCI) or ARDMS (AB), (OB / GY) or RVT before start date. ▪ Preferred : Echo registry within 1 year of graduation from cardiac ultrasound program or within 2 years of cross training start date