Performs Echocardiograms, TEE, Stress Echo’s, Arterial, Carotid Dopplers, and other diagnostic exams using specialized ultrasound equipment. Assumes responsibility and accountability for patients in the department and provides care to these patients through assessment, observation, and documentation. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described within. Work is primarily independent.
Qualifications/Experience
Education:
High School diploma or GED equivalent required.
Graduation from an approved program of Echocardiography with certification (ARDMS or CCI)
Experience:
Prior experience performing Echocardiogram testing is preferred.
Certifications:
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Essential Job Functions
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the following Essential Duties satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the Essential Duties of the position, provided it does not create undue hardship on SARH.
Uphold and demonstrate “We Care” values in everyday activities and behavior.
Interacts in a professional manner with internal and external customers, including vendors and providers.
Performs ultrasonic diagnostic procedures as ordered by providers and ensures appropriate documentation and routing of exam data.
Explains procedures to patient to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
Maintains established hospital and department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control practices.
Assist in case and maintenance of facility, equipment, and supplies necessary for diagnostic procedures.
Maintains inventory control of supplies and reorders as necessary
Attend all departmental in-services, meetings, education, and training.
Maintains compliance with all department competency requirements.
Remain current with all Echocardiography and Ultrasound practice updates.
Participation in Regulatory surveys and quality improvement activities.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
This job description is a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all the possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties you may be asked to perform when they are assigned.
South Arkansas Regional Hospital (SARH), in collaboration with UAMS, is a new and local nonprofit, community-based healthcare provider. Formed through the partnership of three area foundations and one academic medical center, SARH is committed to providing high-quality services close to home.
