Job Summary:  Responsible for performing quality cardiology diagnostic testing under the direction of a physician.  May engage in all departmental activities to provide safe and effective delivery of patient diagnostic testing within the parameters guided by the American Society of Echocardiography and American College of Cardiology. Department activities include but are not limited to echocardiography; stress testing; holter monitors; electrocardiography (EKG); peripheral intravenous line insertion; preparation of and administration of imaging enhancing agents; scheduling patients; limited transcribing/typing, faxing, charting and filing reports.

Service and Quality Standards:

1. Service

Is Customer focused

                Anticipates customer needs

                Adheres to customer service standards

Is Competent, caring and compassionate

                Treats coworkers and customers with dignity and respect

                Demonstrates competent, caring and compassionate behavior

                                to customers and coworkers

1. People

Is conversation conscious

                Assures confidentiality of patient and employee information

Is positive in interactions with others

Is courteous and respectful

                Promotes a harassment free environment

                Inspires the trust of others

Acts in accordance with hospital policies, meets the requirements of the Code of Conduct, and identifies any conflicts of interest.

1. Quality

Is excellent in patient care and service

                Demonstrates multidisciplinary cooperation

                Assists in obtaining excellent satisfaction scores of feedback

Is safety conscious

                Demonstrates safety consciousness and supports safety initiatives

Is involved with improvement efforts

                Supports performance improvement

                Seeks ways to improve systems and services

                Shows commitment to improvement efforts

                Meets mandatory educational requirements

1. Growth

Is a loyal ambassador

                Demonstrates commitment to hospital mission and vision

Is active and involved

                Supports hospital initiatives

                Champions innovation and supports change

Is a positive role model

                Fosters team cooperation

1. Finance

Is a good steward of hospital resources

                Develops/uses efficient work methods

Is cost effective

                Conserves organizational resources

Job Responsibilities:  

1.  Performing 2-D, Mode and Doppler echocardiography, assist with Transesophageal Echocardiograms

2.  Stress testing including stress echo and Dobutamine echo.

3.  Holter application and scanning.

4.  Performing electrocardiograms (EKG’s).

5.  Filing, typing, order entry, charging and documentation, scheduling, faxing and charting.

6.  Preparing reports for physician review. Assist with departmental Objectives and PI measurements .

7.  Peripheral intravenous line insertion.

8.  Preparation of and administration of image enhancing agents.

Education Requirements and Other Requirements:

                Education Level:  High school graduate or equivalent required.

                Certification/Licensure:  RDCS Preferred

                Experience Requirements: : Experience in Cardiology and 1 - 3 years experience as an Echocardiography Sonographer required .Current enrollment in or graduate of a

            Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program  accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred

            Adult/Pediatric CPR certification required (Available upon employment).

            Typing skills and general computer knowledge required.

               Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer    (ARDMS) preferred.

Working Conditions:

Extensive standing, walking, pushing, pulling, and lifting of medium to heavy weights. Exposure to certain cleaning agents.

Exposure Category: 

Category I--Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues: 

All procedures or other job-related tasks that involve an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or a potential for spills or splashes of them are Category I tasks.

Use of appropriate protective measures should be required for every employee who engages in Category I tasks.

The normal routine involves limited exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues; however, exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. 

Physical Activity:

                                                                                                                NA          0-25%    26-75%     76-100%

Lift/Carry                                                                                                               x

Push/Pull                                                                                                               x

Reach Overhead                                                                                                 x

Climb                                                                                                     x

Squat/Bend/Kneel                                                                                               x

Sit                                                                                                                                           x

Stand                                                                                                                                     x

Walk/Move About                                                                                                                x

The most significant duties have been included in this description.  Other duties may be assigned and the hospital has the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect assigned duties.