What are the responsibilities and job description for the STCI-ECHO TECH REG position at University of Michigan Health - Sparrow?
Positions Location: Lansing, MI
General Purpose of Job:
The Registered Echo Technician is responsible for patient care performing 2D-M-Mode and Doppler echocardiograms, Stress Echoes and Dobutamine Stress Echoes. He/She will fulfill the objective(s) as put forth by the TCI Division of Sparrow Hospital.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Verifies patient identity prior to the examination, reviews the patient chart and history form, ease patient apprehension by thoroughly explaining the procedure and answering questions.
- Performs 2D-M-Mode and Doppler echocardiograms, Stress Echos and Dobutamine Stress Echos.
- Completes all documentation in the GEMMS system.
- Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, recognizes significant cardiac conditions which require immediate intervention.
- Continuing education for Echo Technologists
- Establish and maintain communications between the lab and physicians, TCI-SPR departments
- Projects as assigned
| General Requirements | Registered by ARDMS or CCI, RDCS. If non-registered, tech must be registered within one year of hire date. |
| Work Experience | 1-2 years experience preferred |
| Education | High school diploma Graduated from an accredited cardiac ultrasound program. |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills | Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job. |
University of Michigan Health-Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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| Shift | Days |
| Degree Type / Education Level | Associate |
| Status | Full-time |
| Facility | Thoracic Cardiovascular Institute |
| Experience Level | New Grad |
