Ultrasound Tech Cardiac

Summary: This position performs cardiac ultrasound on all inpatients and outpatients including other cardiovascular procedures.
An Ultrasound Technologist is a Diagnostic Ultrasound Professional that is qualified by professional credentialing, academic, and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures.
The scope of practice of the Ultrasound Technologist includes those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education and clinical experience, has demonstrated competency, and has completed the appropriate American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) specialty certification(s) which is the standard of practice in ultrasound.
The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, and for performing and communicating findings of diagnostic examinations using sonography as appropriate.
The Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for daily operations of the ultrasound lab, patient schedule, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality assessment (QA).
The sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to pursue lifelong learning to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the field, disease, and new procedures as they evolve.
Responsibilities: (50%)* Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations according to defined imaging protocols.
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
Analyze sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
Prepares equipment for ordered exam; transports patients as needed; explains procedure to patient; performs exam; records exam; consults with radiologist as needed.
Performs accurate pre and post-processing of files and reports.
Accurately utilizes computer systems and programs specific to Cardiovascular Services.
(50%)* Performs Tech III-Cardiac core procedures.
Transthoracic echocardiography Transesophageal echocardiography Stress echocardiography Echocardiogram with contrast (NS or DEFINITY) Routine treadmill exams Sestamibi stress and pharmacologic stress testing.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Administers IV Definity contrast and/or agitated saline as required for procedures according to protocols.
Monitors patients’ physical and mental condition throughout the entire procedure.
Records any and all patient data appropriately.
Participates in obtaining and/or maintenance of ultrasound lab accreditation.
Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area and adequate supplies.
Provides excellent customer service.
Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy at all times toward all employees, physicians, associated staff and MyMichigan Health customers and potential customers.
Cooperates with other personnel to achieve departmental and hospital goals; attends/participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned including assisting in other areas of the department as needed.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows.
An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
Required Education: Associates Degree Other Information: (50%)* Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations according to defined imaging protocols.
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
Analyze sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
Prepares equipment for ordered exam; transports patients as needed; explains procedure to patient; performs exam; records exam; consults with radiologist as needed.
Performs accurate pre and post-processing of files and reports.
Accurately utilizes computer systems and programs specific to Cardiovascular Services.
(50%)* Performs Tech III-Cardiac core procedures.
Transthoracic echocardiography Transesophageal echocardiography Stress echocardiography Echocardiogram with contrast (NS or DEFINITY) Routine treadmill exams Sestamibi stress and pharmacologic stress testing.
OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Administers IV Definity contrast and/or agitated saline as required for procedures according to protocols.
Monitors patients’ physical and mental condition throughout the entire procedure.
Records any and all patient data appropriately.
Participates in obtaining and/or maintenance of ultrasound lab accreditation.
Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area and adequate supplies.
Provides excellent customer service.
Demonstrates professionalism and courtesy at all times toward all employees, physicians, associated staff and MyMichigan Health customers and potential customers.
Cooperates with other personnel to achieve departmental and hospital goals; attends/participates in departmental and hospital meetings.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned including assisting in other areas of the department as needed.
MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows.
An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.