Position Summary

The role of the Echocardiovascular Tech reports to the Cardiovascular Services Manager. This position is responsible for providing direct care of patients having cardiac and vascular ultrasound procedures.

Essential Position Responsibilities

• Obtain patient history and enter into patient medical record
• Provide images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation
• Prepare patient for procedure, position patient as appropriate, and monitor patient physical condition during course of procedure and report changes to registered nurse or physician
• Troubleshoot equipment and report malfunctions to leadership
• Assist with maintaining department supplies

Qualifications

• Education: Must be a graduate of an accredited echocardiography program
• Licensure and Certifications: CPR, required. ARDMS or CCI registry is preferred. If registry eligible, must obtain within 6 months date of hire. If employee is not registered, competency must be demonstrated and approved by the Medical Director of Cardiology, Imaging, or related specialty.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in a cardiovascular ultrasound lab, preferred.