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Veterans in Healthcare · 2 months ago

Echo Technologist - RDCS or RCS - Full-Time - Shifts Vary

Gainesville, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Veterans in Healthcare is dedicated to improving community health through their services. They are seeking an Echo Technologist who will perform cardiac ultrasound procedures and ensure patient safety and comfort while adhering to established protocols.

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Responsibilities

Demonstrates proficiency in performing all cardiac ultrasound, echo procedures as determined by department to include all required elements images based on patients anatomy. Follows department defined protocol for elements to be included in the technologist report before submitting to the MD to read

Accurately explains procedures to patient and/or family members

Prioritizes workload appropriately as evidenced by immediate attention to those with actual or potential urgency

Recognizes and reports conditions that effect or compromise technical aspects of the test/procedure

Verifies orders and follows protocol to perform correct procedure and properly assign reading MD

Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned. Complies with patient care/documentation practices targeted for improvement

Accurately inputs data in computer to charge/credit patient generated charges

Maintains records for IAC accreditation requirements

Assists in the initial orientation of the patient and family to the unit. Informs patients/family of policy regarding presence of family during test/procedure and the issue of unattended children in the waiting area

Provides teaching and information to patients and family as appropriate to needs, age, and level of understanding

Assures patient comfort pre-, intra-, and post- procedure. Assist patient with ambulation and positioning as needed

Assist in maintaining sufficient supplies and operable equipment

Responsible for maintaining and stocking supplies and keeping procedure rooms clean

Assures that equipment is maintained and in working order

Meets productivity standards for the department

Serves as Lead Technologist

Facilitates Echo/Vascular Daily Tier 1 Huddle

Qualification

Cardiac Sonography CertificationEchocardiography ProficiencyCardiac Anatomy KnowledgeStress EchoTEEComputer SkillsPatient CareInterpersonal Communication