Echo Technologist
Role Overview
The Echo Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures, using independent judgment to obtain clear and accurate images for physician evaluation.
This role is responsible for ensuring patient safety, comfort, and accurate identification prior to procedures.
The Echo Technologist collaborates with healthcare teams to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging and reports to support effective patient care.
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Qualifications
- 1-3 years of experience in echocardiography or cardiac sonography required
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proficiency in echocardiographic imaging, including 2-D, M-mode, and Doppler techniques.
- Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and disease processes to obtain accurate diagnostic images.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams.
- Ability to operate ultrasound equipment safely and effectively, adhering to infection control and patient safety protocols.
- Competence in electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
- Licenses and Certifications
- RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or graduate of a program accredited by an agency recognized by CHEA, USDOE or CMA that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support within first 7 days of employment required
- RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer preferred or
- RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer preferred
Preferred Qualifications
- RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer preferred or
- RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer preferred
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