Registered Echocardiography Technologist | TTE/TEE & Contrast

Care New England; Warwick (RI); Híbrido; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Care New England Health System is seeking an Echocardiography Lab Sonographer to perform daily clinical operations including transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, contrast studies, bubble studies, and various stress echocardiograms. Provides preliminary interpretation, records all data, and assists in transesophageal procedures to support diagnosis and treatment.

The role requires training from a cardiovascular program, at least three years of experience, and RDMS or RCS

Formación

• Training from a Cardio-Vascular program required.
• A minimum of three years practical experience or equivalent is required.
• RDMS or RCS required.

Responsabilidades

• Explains and answers any questions the patient may have to ensure the comfort level for the testing procedure.
• Demonstrates proficiency by performing routine and emergency echocardiograms utilizing independent judgment and manipulation of equipment to obtain all necessary calculations and measurements.
• Recognizes cardiac abnormalities and notifies the Cardiologist based on departmental criteria as needed.
• Identifies the need for further testing with the contrast agent Definity, after passing competency training tech will administer the contrast agent.
• Notifies Cardiac RN and Cardiologist of any adverse events or reactions occur.
• Downloads and prepares the Echocardiograms in preparation for the Cardiologist to review and interpret.
• Maintains daily records and documentation of patient exams and complete the billing process.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and quality assurance meetings, attends Echo related conferences, ensuring continuing education and professional growth.
• Assists with maintaining requirements for accreditation with professional accreditation society.
• Cultivates a collaborative and cooperative work environment within department.
• Maintains a proper inventory of supplies needed in order to provide continuous service minimizing downtime.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Transthoracic Echocardiography

Transesophageal Echocardiography

Educación

RDMS or RCS

Descripción del empleo

Care New England Health System is seeking an Echocardiography Lab Sonographer to perform daily clinical operations including transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, contrast studies, bubble studies, and various stress echocardiograms. Provides preliminary interpretation, records all data, and assists in transesophageal procedures to support diagnosis and treatment.

The role requires training from a cardiovascular program, at least three years of experience, and RDMS or RCS