Echo Technician - Cardiology Per Diem

Job description

The Echo Technician II performs ultrasound examinations of the heart and related vessels, including 2D and M-Mode echo cardiology and color-flow Doppler studies (pulsed and continuous). These procedures are performed on all adults. These procedures are performed according to department and Medical Center standards, and are interpreted by a qualified physician. Core Competencies: - Performs echo study as ordered and per echo protocol on adult patients. Demonstrates clinical normal for the following age groups; Teenage and young, middle and geriatric adults. - Demonstrates competency in interpersonal relationships with the following age groups: Teenage and young, middle and geriatric adults. - Provides health care services in own job category to the following age groups: Teenage and young, middle and geriatric adults. - Prepares studies for interpretation by physician, including accurate calculation of cardiac structures. - Completes all paper work accurately. - Completes daily log of studies accurately. - Maintains medication security to authorized personnel only. - Completes work process in computer before end of shift. - Ensures patient safety and confidentiality while performing...