Echo Tech

Job description

Performs echocardiograms, Dobutamine stress echos, treadmill stress testing, and assists with transesophageal echos. Required: - Performs Echocardiograms using a departmental protocol for obtaining images. - Assists with TEE’s and stress testing, providing images that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately and identifies problems & implements appropriate interventions, including reporting critical values. - Sets priorities for completion of studies based on acuity, patient preference and/or the coordination of care with nursing and other ancillary services. - Obtains EKGs that reflect appropriate lead placement, minimal artifact, and correct patient information. - Sets up and scans Holter Monitors, providing tracings that support the physician’s ability to diagnose patients appropriately. - Performs related duties as required. - Education: Associate degree or professional training preferred. Certifications/Registrations/Licenses: - ARDMS/RCDS or CCI/RCS Certification within 1 year of employment - American Heart Association BLS CPR required, must be obtained within 7 days of hire. Preferred Qualifications:  Piedmont Medical Center Hospital is committed t...