Pediatric Echo Cardiographer Technician

Under general supervision, performs vascular andechocardiography ultrasound examinations for patients.  Participates in a variety of specializedtechnical evaluation procedures, including analyzing digitized electrocardiography(ECG) tapes, Holter monitoring, cardiac ultrasound and echocardiography, andgenerating quantitative arrhythmia reports. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs diagnostic cardiovascular and echocardiographyultrasound examinations according to department procedures
• Locates and records internal elements of the body, includingblood vessels and organs, and identifies any anomalies indicative of disease,injury, or other medically significant condition
• Performs imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations,including exercise tolerance tests, Holter monitoring, event recorders,electrocardiograms, stress tests, and transesophageal echocardiography
• Adjusts equipment and explains procedures to relax patientto eliminate test artifacts
• Monitors the patient for potentially dangerous physical andemotional changes
• Recognizes abnormal rhythms and immediately notifiesphysician.  Evaluates test results forclarity and accuracy; reviews tests with peers
• Informs physicians of preliminary findings as requested, andaccording to department procedures
• Distributes completed test results to physicians and serviceproviders
• Maintains patient charts, enters diagnosis and billingcodes, logs data into patient information systems, and updates file systems fortests performed
• Cleans and sterilizes equipment and work space
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and adjusts equipment orrefers for repair
• Instructs patients in pretest preparation, answers questionsand explains procedures
• Sets up patient room and maintains stock area for proceduresincluding linens, electrodes, and cassette tapes; order supplies as necessary
• Adheres to all Amergis and worksite rules, policies andprocedures
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate’s degree or experience in a related fieldpreferred and/or per state requirements
• One (1) year of experience as a Cardiovascular technicianpreferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice 
• Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
• Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) 
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site 
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements  
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required  
• Computer proficiency required 
• Must be at least 18 years of age