Echocardiographer Registered PRN

About This Role

Perform all types of echocardiograms, including 2D, M-Mode, color Doppler, and transesophageal echocardiograms, according to established standards. Maintain a safe environment and ensure proper patient identification and care for diverse age groups.

Responsibilities

• Perform all echocardiograms to include 2D, M-Mode, color Doppler, pulse wave Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, transesophageal echocardiogram, stress echo and other related examinations
• Assure proper patient identification and safety
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patient
• Demonstrate understanding of universal precautions, fire, and disaster roles
• Complete forms, records, and logs accurately for billing and procedures
• Prepare echocardiographic worksheet for physicians' review and interpretation
• Support department Quality Assurance process through accurate, timely, and complete data collection
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and maintain positive professional relationships
• Resolve conflict and utilize chain of command for appropriate outcomes
• Demonstrate sound knowledge in response to STAT calls and prioritize orders
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in all echo procedures
• Utilize critical thinking skills to assess patient condition and provide additional views as needed
• Manage supplies and forms within the budget
• Participate in required and continuing educations and complete all mandatory facility and departmental education requirements
• Responsible for patient preparation including assessing NPO status, patient transport, electrode and blood pressure cuff placement, EKG monitoring setup, and maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality

Requirements

• High School Diploma and/or GED
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers from American Heart Association
• RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications

• Graduate from an associate degree echo program and/or an accredited echo training program preferred, High School Diploma and/or GED
• 1 year hospital experience preferred

Nice to Have

• Graduate from an associate degree echo program and/or an accredited echo training program
• Current American Heart Association ACLS
• Experience with equipment including Philips ie33 and EPIQ, TEE probes (to include the sterilization process), and Epic
• Typing and computer skills
• 1 year hospital experience

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications