Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist - Full-time

This is a full-time position!!

Job Summary:

Cardiac ultrasound technologists work under the direction of Cardiologists and use non-invasive cardiovascular technology equipment to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with heart and blood vessel conditions.

Functions and Duties:

• Documents patient care services by charting in the electronic medical record and other department systems.
• Explains procedures to patients to obtain cooperation and excellent customer service.
• Ensures safe operation of equipment, clean and safe working environment and adheres to infection control policies.
• Collaborates with physicians, nursing and other members of the health care team.
• Utilizes ultrasound equipment to image the heart and great vessels.
• Performs EKG’s and tracks readings and reports.
• Processes Holter Monitor data to consolidate for Cardiologist.
• Assists during stress test procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education

• Graduate of an AMA approve clinical program preferred.
• 2 years previous experience in cardiac sonography preferred.
• Basic Life Support certification required; Advanced Life Support preferred.
• Current Ultrasound Certification required
• Ability to produce quality cardiac images with or without stress testing.
• Ability to visualize all heart structures.

Physical Demands:

Sitting

Job requires sitting for extended periods of time.

Standing

Job requires standing for extended periods of time.

Walking

Job requires employee to walk considerable distances, to and from work area.

Lifting

Job requires employee to raise or lower up to 25 lbs. from one level to another.

Pulling/Pushing

Job requires exerting force up to 50 lbs. to move an object to or away from employee.

Grasping/Reaching

Job requires the employee to grasp/pick up items and reach for objects.

Sight

Job requires normal vision, with or without correction.

Hearing

Job requires normal hearing, with or without correction.

Speaking

Job requires involves speaking and talking.

Keyboarding

Job requires use of computer

Work Indoors

Yes

Bloodbourne pathogens Yes