Echocardiographer

Austin Community College; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Pittsburgh is seeking a qualified Ultrasound Technician to perform various cardiac ultrasound procedures. The role demands effective communication with patients, precise performance of echocardiographic techniques, and collaboration with healthcare teams. Candidates must have completed formal training accredited by CAAHEP and are preferred to have RDMS certification. A supportive work environment emphasizes professional growth and patient care, welcoming applicants from all experience levels.

Qualifications

• Must have RDMS registered or registry eligible.
• Completion of Physics portion of registry preferred.
• Must obtain RDMS within 12 months of hire date.
• Must obtain RDMS within 12 months of hire date.
• BLS/CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Communicate instructions to patients clearly.
• Ensure proper patient identification and history review.
• Utilize ultrasound instrumentation effectively.
• Interact with patients and co-workers with care.
• Code and identify completed exams accurately.
• Perform various cardiac ultrasound procedures.
• Function independently and assist with on-call responsibilities.
• Obtain appropriate echocardiographic images.
• Acquire appropriate echocardiographic images (M-Mode, 2D, Doppler, Color Flow, TEE, bubble/contrast, stress echo).

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Echocardiography techniques

Education

Completion of formal training in an Ultrasound program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

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• Make adirect and meaningful impactonpatient care.
• Enjoy the opportunity to grow professionally in a supportive, patient-focused environment
• All experience levels are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the career ladder, based on their individual experience and education

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient’s fears and solicit their cooperation.
• Identifies all patients properly according to policy. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
• Utilizes appropriate ultrasound instrumentation for procedures and demonstrates knowledge of equipment operations, applications and scanning techniques resulting in optimized image data/documentation.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• Ensures all completed exams are properly coded and identified for electronic processing and storage according to department standards. Assures charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
• Performs Cardiac Ultrasound procedures according to guidelines established by the Medical Director. Procedures must be performed in the established time frame and according to established protocol. Procedures include Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, Stress Echocardiography, and Echo with contrast.
• Within a reasonable timeframe, demonstrates the ability to function independently, and is able to cover off shifts, on-call responsibilities, and perform services at satellite facilities, where applicable, while continually communicating with lead and management team.
• Assists physicians with invasive procedures as necessary and adheres strictly to the universal protocol standards.
• Obtains appropriate echocardiographic images according to department policy and industry standards, including M-Mode, 2D, Doppler, Color Flow Doppler, Transesophageal echo, echo enhancement, bubble and contrast studies, and Stress echocardiography.

Qualifications

Completion of formal training in an Ultrasound program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

RDMS registered or registry eligible preferred.
Completion of Physics portion of registry preferred.
Must obtain RDMS within 12 months of hire date.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances (continued):

• RDMS registered or registry eligible preferred.
• Completion of Physics portion of registry preferred.
• Must obtain RDMS within 12 months of hire date.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)
• Act 34

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