Description
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Provides high quality cardiac ultrasound exams for cardiologist interpretation, resulting in accurate diagnosis and/or shorter length of stay without repeat scans.
Principle Responsibilities
Performs routine and special cardiac procedures in compliance with physician orders and department guidelinesIdentifies patient and does set up for exam.Documents accurately all needed aspects of the procedure.Observes and communicates with patient responding to needs.Maintains safe patient environment in procedure area.Completes procedures with high degree of accuracyDemonstrates appropriate knowledge of all diagnostic equipment.Maintains work knowledge and competence.Gathers all relevant information to assist in interpretation of images.Verifies all imaging has appropriately transferred to imaging storage and retrieval system.Communicates with RN regarding patient statusWorks together during specific procedures to ensur...