Position Overview
JOB SUMMARY
Performs diagnostic echocardiograms on adult and pediatric patients.
Key Responsibilities
• Performs technically proficient 2D, M-mode and Doppler cardiac exams.
• Coordinates activities with interrelated hospital departments, including scheduling exams, transporting patients, answering the phone and assuring billing information is accurately entered for payment.
• Assists cardiologist while dictating exams by preparing and measuring M-modes and by exchanging any other pertinent information contributing to the diagnosis.
• Acts as a liaison to deliver, pick up, and distribute dictations in a timely manner.
• Responds to patients’ needs during exams and reports changes in patient condition to the physician or nurse in charge.
• Orders Echo supplies and maintains the cleanliness and stock of examination rooms.
• Logs patients and exams and files patient records in the department.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activ...