Cardiac Sonographer- Echo Tech Level I

3 months ago

Boston, United States Brigham & Women's Hospital(BWH) Full time
Cardiac Sonographer/ Echo Tech I/ FULL TIME/ 40 Hours/ Days/ BWH Non-Invasive Cardiology / BOSTON MAIN CAMPUS

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

Under the supervision of the Chief Sonographer and Medical Director this position is responsible for independently performing 2-dimensional, color Doppler and Doppler echocardiograms. This position is also responsible to assist in the inventory of supplies and equipment maintenance. Job requires a high level of knowledge to read and interpret test results, especially those which are abnormal or atypical.

JOB HIGHLIGHTS:

In Cardiac Sonography, we are in continual pursuit of being the top provider of cardiac care, are investing in the state of the art technology to better serve our patients and always focusing on supporting our patients and our staff

Joining our team can enable you to thrive with such highlights as opportunities for growth, chances to help with new technologies development, and you can participate in frequent high quality continuing education and best practice sessions for the team.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Performs 2-dimensional, color Doppler and Doppler of the heart echocardiograms. Must be proficient and knowledgeable in non-imaging continuous Doppler to perform effective results for diagnosing and imaging different pathologies ( Valvular, Congenital, Systolic, Diastology).
  2. Must have the ability to interpret test results and to notify referring physician or house officer of a preliminary report.
  3. Assists in the scheduling of cardiac ultrasound procedures for inpatients and out patients, when there is a question of whether there is availability when the schedule is booked.
  4. Responsible for inventory of supplies in the Echo Lab.
  5. Responsible for the daily cleaning of equipment with approved hospital disinfectant and following Infection Control guidelines.
  6. Maintains all echo equipment to solve minor operating problems. Difficult or complex problems are referred to the echo supervisor.
  7. Reviews the patient's chart to obtain pertinent clinical history in order to perform test and to accurately interpret and perform cardiac examination.
  8. Explains procedure to the patient and positions patient for the cardiac ultrasound examination. Making sure patient s are comfortable and understands the procedure.
  9. Performs several portable studies a day requiring mobilization of the equipment by the technician.
  10. Records and reviews test results for accuracy and prepares test reports, utilize ancillary devices (Electronic medical records and reporting systems) to obtain a permanent record of the cardiac examination.
  11. Records, calculates and plots known control values on technical instruments to ensure their reliability and accuracy in reporting out test results.
  12. Maintains testing rooms in clean and orderly condition which includes disposing of soiled linen, stocking necessary supplies and so forth. Cleans equipment such as patient cable, transducer, and ultrasound machine.
  13. Keeps current regarding development in technical instrumentation to trends and techniques in cardiac ultrasound testing through appropriate journals attends seminars and other meetings per approval of echo supervisor.
  14. Performs minor clerical duties as required by echo supervisor or Technical Director, such as answering phones, etc.
  15. Performs all other duties as necessary.
  16. All the above testing is performed without physician assistance with minimal supervision of test results by the echo supervisor.
Qualifications

Qualifications:
  1. A Bachelor of Science degree is preferred, but must possess Associate degree or equivalent program with a Cardiovascular Technologist Certificate.
  2. ARDCS or CCI certification required.
  3. 1-2 years in a major teaching institution as an Echo technician preferred.
  4. An understanding in cardiac anatomy, physiology and hemodynamic is required.
Skills and Abilities Required:
  1. Must possess a high degree of technical expertise with the knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and hemodynamic.
  2. Must have analytical ability to perform and analyze complex cardiac pathologies by echocardiography.
  3. Must have the ability of producing an initial interpretation to the referring physicians. Difficult and complex cases should be reviewed with the echo supervisor.
  4. Must possess manual dexterity sufficient to work with ultrasound transducer and delicate panels on equipment.
  5. Must have a good understanding of equipment function, and ultrasound physics.
  6. Must have the ability to interact with understanding with patients and staff for smooth lab flow and genuine cooperation.
  7. Flexibility is essential here. Technicians also interact with physicians for the purpose of information.
  8. Must have the ability to work weekend shifts.
  9. Must be able to perform bedside echocardiograms in intensive care units.
  10. Must have mastered all the duties and responsibilities of this job description.


EEO Statement

Brigham and Women's Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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