Echo Tech

MedCadre; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MedCadre is seeking a skilled Ultrasound/Cardiac Sonographer to perform diagnostic cardiac and vascular exams under physician direction. The role includes preparing the exam room, obtaining patient history, and selecting appropriate protocols to ensure accurate results.

You will review test quality, coordinate image handling with physicians, and maintain thorough documentation while providing patient-centered care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree preferred.
• RDCS -Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or equivalent licensure required.

Responsibilities

• Performs ultrasound procedures to evaluate organs and vessels for diagnosis; prepares exam room and obtains patient history.
• Reviews completed tests for quality and ensures images meet requirements; coordinates image preparation for physician partners.
• Communicates patient information clearly; ensures safe hand-off between shifts and maintains documentation.

Skills

DIAGNOSTIC CARDIAC/VASCULAR EXAMS

ULTRASOUND PROCEDURES

DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES/TESTS

PATIENT ASSESSMENT

PROTOCOL SELECTION

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree

Job description

Job Summary

This position performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of Ultrasound procedures that utilize high frequency sound waves to evaluate internal organs and vessels for the diagnosis of disease. Prepares exam room. Obtains informed consent and requests an accurate clinical history as necessary for the exam. Reviews patient history and determines proper selection of protocols. Explains method of examination and positions patient. Assesses the patients status and needs, completes appropriate diagnostic techniques/tests to ascertain patients on-going condition, and performs the necessary interventions.
• Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered. Ensures quality images. Coordinates the preparation of images/exams and needed documentation for physician partners.
• Documents and communicates patient related information thoroughly and accurately. Informs patient of physicians instructions or ancillary caregivers observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing appropriate care. Meets the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency. Ensures safe and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncoming shift.
• Monitors equipment reliability and safety. Reports issues and/or repairs or service due. Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and equipment to maintain work environment. Transports patients as needed.
• Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient satisfaction, patient care, and workflow.
• Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts are required.

Required Skills & Experience

• N/A

Preferred Skills & Experience

• N/A

Required Skills

• DIAGNOSTIC CARDIAC/VASCULAR EXAMS
• ULTRASOUND PROCEDURES
• DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES/TESTS
• PATIENT ASSESSMENT
• PROTOCOL SELECTION

Additional Skills

• INFORMED CONSENT
• CLINICAL HISTORY
• PATIENT POSITIONING
• QUALITY IMAGES
• EQUIPMENT RELIABILITY AND SAFETY
• PATIENT-RELATED INFORMATION DOCUMENTATION
• COMMUNICATION
• COORDINATION
• DOCUMENTATION

Education Requirement

Required Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education

• Associates degree

Required Certifications & Licensure

• RDCS -Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer. OR -RCS. -Reg Cardiac Sonographer.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure

• N/A

Languages

• English (canSpeak: True, canWrite: True, canRead: True)

Minimum Degree Required

• Completed High School (Diploma or GED)
• Reason: FMLA/LOA