Heart Institute Echo Sonographer I - Cheng Lab

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• The Echo Sonographer I is an entry level position that assists physicians in performing basic Echocardiographic imaging and other procedures.
• Performs ultrasound imaging technologies for cardiac patients in an in-patient and out-patient setting.
• Assists with detecting issues related to blood flow and heart ailments and escalates appropriately to physicians as they develop diagnoses and design patient treatment plans.
• Receives mentorship until able to exercise competency in the use of all related ultrasound equipment and imaging protocols.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe patient environment and ensures that the room and equipment are prepared, functional and stocked for assigned procedures.

Principal Responsibilities

Performs only basic echocardiographic imaging procedures utilizing approved protocols per standards of practice for safety, speed, organization, precision and accuracy based upon the department’s accrediting agency and/or department guidelines for exam protocols, adhering to department safety and productivity standards.

Performs preliminary interpretation of 2D/Doppler studies Pericardiocentesis, bubble, and contrast studies and creates preliminary reports to present to physician.

Provides standard patient and family education for procedure and preparation for test. Reviews patient’s medical history, previews ultrasound images and prepares preliminary reports.

Assists physicians with echo imaging during pericardiocentesis.

Works in collaboration with interdisciplinary team, such as Attending/residents and clinicians and colleagues related to echocardiography procedures.