Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technician

We are seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technician to join our team at Amergis. As a key member of our healthcare staff, you will be responsible for performing vascular and echocardiography ultrasound examinations for patients.

• Perform diagnostic cardiovascular and echocardiography ultrasound examinations according to department procedures
• Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs, and identify any anomalies indicative of disease, injury, or other medically significant condition
• Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations, including exercise tolerance tests, Holter monitoring, event recorders, electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography
• Adjust equipment and explain procedures to relax patients and eliminate test artifacts
• Monitor patients for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes
• Recognize abnormal rhythms and immediately notify physicians. Evaluate test results for clarity and accuracy; review tests with peers
• Inform physicians of preliminary findings as requested, and according to department procedures
• Distribute completed test results to physicians and service providers
• Maintain patient charts, enter diagnosis and billing codes, log data into patient information systems, and update file systems for tests performed
• Clean and sterilize equipment and work space
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and adjust equipment or refer for repair
• Instruct patients in pretest preparation, answer questions, and explain procedures
• Set up patient room and maintain stock area for procedures, including linens, electrodes, and cassette tapes; order supplies as necessary

• Associate's degree or experience in a related field preferred and/or per state requirements
• One (1) year of experience as a Cardiovascular technician preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age