Ultrasound Tech-Structural Heart - Allied Health

Independently performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures and ultrasound directed interventional procedures utilizing proper techniques and protocols. Works under their scope of practice and in accordance with registry in the operation of equipment. Coordinates patient flow and the activities of the Ultrasound Department. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of duties in order to maintain equipment in good working condition. May perform procedures in other imaging modalities based on departmental needs. May have on call responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Functions:

• Performs US procedures of diagnostic quality as ordered by the referring physician on patients of all ages according to established protocols and evaluates Ultrasound studies for technical image quality.
• Obtains clinical history and data for correlation with the US procedure.
• Performs daily and weekly QC as required.
• Practices sterile technique as required.
•  Assists Cardiologist in special procedures and in performing medical treatment during emergency situations.
• Coordinates patient care with other areas in order to optimize patient time and satisfaction
• Assesses learning needs and educates patients/families regarding procedures based on individual needs. Thoroughly educates patients about exam.
• Ensures that all records, files and reports are properly recorded as required, performs clerical duties when necessary, verifies a signed physician order is received and corresponds with the billed procedure.
• Maintains knowledge of the locations and operation of all emergency equipment in the unit.
• Follows radiation safety policies and procedures.
• Proficient to provide quality scans for high acuity procedures, including but not limited to: Mitral Clip, Watchman, TAVR, TMVR, Impella, valvuloplasty, myomectomy, & pericardiocentesis.

Our Technologist participate in the following exams and procedures:

• Transthoracic echocardiograms
• Transesophageal echocardiograms
• Exercise and Dobutamine echocardiograms
• Structural Heart Program (TAVR, TMVR, Mitral-Clip, Watchman Device, Valvuloplasty, Myomectomy)
• ECMO, Impella, Transplant
• Pericardiocentesis
• Specialized protocols (strain, 3D assessment, contrast)
• Other Duties & Functions:
• Other duties or functions to meet patient, departmental, or organizational needs as assigned

Education Required: Associate degree                                              

Additional requirements:

Type of degree: Allied Health

Area of study or major: Diagnostic Medial Sonography

Preferred educational qualifications: Associate degree or graduate of an accredited program

Licensure/Certification/Registration: 

Registry in practiced specialty is required as approved by ARDMS: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography (RDCS by ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by CCI. 

CPR Certification required

 Active member of ARDMS or CCI in Ultrasound 

Experience

 Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience

Preferred experience: 6 to 12 months of clinical experience in Ultrasound

Knowledge/Skills: 

Proficient in performing diagnostic procedures and obtaining diagnostic images for physician interpretation 

Proficient in Electronic Medical Record (EMR) 

Proficient in CCW/CCI and Image Storage

 Advanced US applications

Proficient in scanning high acuity patients