What are the responsibilities and job description for the ECHO TECH - CARDIOLOGY - FT DAYS position at ANDERSON HOSPITAL?
Job Details
Description
***$20,000 Sign On Bonus Available***
Job Summary: Responsible for performing quality cardiology diagnostic testing under the direction of a physician. May engage in all departmental activities to provide safe and effective delivery of patient diagnostic testing within the parameters guided by the American Society of Echocardiography and American College of Cardiology. Department activities include but are not limited to echocardiography; stress testing; holter monitors; electrocardiography (EKG); peripheral intravenous line insertion; preparation of and administration of imaging enhancing agents; scheduling patients; limited transcribing/typing, faxing, charting and filing reports.
Service and Quality Standards:
- Service
Is Customer focused
Anticipates customer needs
Adheres to customer service standards
Is Competent, caring and compassionate
Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect
Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior
to customers and coworkers
- People
Is conversation conscious
Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information
Is positive in interactions with others
Is courteous and respectful
Promotes a harassment free environment
Inspires the trust of others
Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.
- Quality
Is excellent in patient care and service
Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation
Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback
Is safety conscious
Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives
Is involved with improvement efforts
Supports performance improvement
Seeks ways to improve systems and services
Shows commitment to improvement efforts
Meets mandatory educational requirements
- Growth
Is a loyal ambassador
Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision
Is active and involved
Supports hospital initiatives
Champions innovation and supports change
Is a positive role model
Fosters team cooperation
- Finance
Is a good steward of hospital resources
Develops/uses efficient work methods
Is cost effective
Conserves organizational resources
Job Responsibilities:
1. Performing 2-D, Mode and Doppler echocardiography, assist with Transesophageal Echocardiograms
2. Stress testing including stress echo and Dobutamine echo.
3. Holter application and scanning.
4. Performing electrocardiograms (EKG’s).
5. Filing, typing, order entry, charging and documentation, scheduling, faxing and charting.
6. Preparing reports for physician review. Assist with departmental Objectives and PI measurements .
7. Peripheral intravenous line insertion.
8. Preparation of and administration of image enhancing agents.
Qualifications
Education Requirements and Other Requirements:
Education Level: High school graduate or equivalent required.
Certification/Licensure: RDCS Preferred
Experience Requirements: : Experience in Cardiology and 1 - 3 years experience as an Echocardiography Sonographer required .Current enrollment in or graduate of a
Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred
Adult/Pediatric CPR certification required (Available upon employment).
Typing skills and general computer knowledge required.
Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) preferred.
Working Conditions:
Extensive standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting of medium to heavy weights. Exposure to certain cleaning agents.
Exposure Category:
Category I--Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues:
All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks.
Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee who engages in Category I tasks.
The normal routine involves limited exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues; however, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment.
Physical Activity:
NA 0-25% 26-75% 76-100%
Lift/Carry x
Push/Pull x
Reach Overhead x
Climb x
Squat/Bend/Kneel x
Sit x
Stand x
Walk/Move About x
The most significant duties have been included in this description. Other duties may be assigned and the hospital has the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect assigned duties.
