Cardiac Ultrasound Tech Associate PRN

Overview

Your job is more than a job. The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist Associate provides patient care in the course of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations and/or studies under the direction of the leadership and under appropriate supervision.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Demonstrates proficiency and quality in performing the technical aspects of Diagnostic Ultrasound with and according to department policy and procedure.
• Performs echocardiograms and vascular studies within the scope training and experience. Expands the scope of examination according to any abnormalities. Selects the appropriate transducers and settings for examinations.
• Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiogram and stress echocardiograms.
• Maintains records of all procedures performed and archives patient examinations.

• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Inspects the ultrasound equipment daily to ensure it is operating effectively.
• Reports any malfunctions through the proper reporting method in a timely manner.
• Identifies the patient and procedure to be performed in accordance with the JCAHO standards.

• Examines rooms and equipment are cleaned and maintained between patients.
• Monitors and notifies the proper personnel when supplies are needed.

• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.
• Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
• Assumes responsibility for the safety and well-being of all patients in the Sonography area/department.

• Eligible for registry with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute.
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider American Heart Association

• Knowledge of ultrasound physics and instrumentation, cardiac anatomy and physiology, vascular anatomy and physiology, general medical terminology and an understanding of the nomenclature of physicians  orders.
• Ability to locate anatomic landmarks, use manual dexterity for proper probe placement and draw clinically relevant conclusions from raw data.
• Basic computer and data entry skills are needed, and analytical skills are required to determine job priorities, multi-task and work independently.
• National Registry - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/RCVT/RVT or RVS/RCS within six months of hire.

• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider American Heart Association
• Eligible for registry with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing Institute.
• Certification as Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or as a Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 12 months of hire.

Variable Hours (United States of America)

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

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The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.