What are the responsibilities and job description for the Echo Tech PRN position at Livingston Regional Hospital?
Description
At Livingston Regional Hospital, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our healthcare professionals deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of Livingston Regional Hospital – the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Uses appropriate protocols to perform specified exams and adjust Ultrasound equipment. Uses appropriate transducer.
- Records and takes pictures of valves & heart function of chambers.
- Assesses patient and reports any changes to supervisor and/or physician.
- Monitors equipment and reports malfunctions to supervisor.
- Must complete all education assigned and required for the position including classroom and on-line courses.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Must work effectively as a team-member.
Organizational Expectations
I understand that it is my responsibility to read, understand and adhere to the following:
Our Mission and Vision
Code of Conduct
Standards of Performance
Customer Service Program
Professional Appearance Standards
Qualifications
Minimum Education
X High school diploma or equivalent X Required
Minimum Education
Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, a certificate echocardiogram program or an accredited Cardiovascular Technology Ultrasound program.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Required Skills
Certifications:
New graduates must become registered by one of the following within one year of hire: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer/Registered Cardiac Sonographer through ARDMS or Registered through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Prior to becoming registered, you will work under the supervision of a registered sonographer. x Required for Registered Echo Tech position / Must obtain within one year of hire into Non Registered position
BLS required
