Reg. Echocardiography Tech.
Company: University Medical Center of El Paso
Location: El Paso
Posted on: May 4, 2024
Job Description:
Job Description: The Registered Echocardiography Technician
performs echocardiography examinations for subsequent evaluation
and interpretation by a physician. Assists in the coordination of
the scheduling of tests and procedures in the non-invasive areas.
Operates the Diagnostic ECG/Echocardiography equipment; Performs
studies to include: Echocardiograms 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, contrast,
stress echo, and transesophageal. Provides care to patients of
varying ages and age-related needs. Required Skills:
- Educated on and compliant with HIPAA regulations; maintains
strict confidentiality of patient information.
- Knowledgeable with Infection Control Standard Precautions and
OSHA standards for healthcare professional
- Ability to wear personal protective equipment (face mask,
goggles, latex/non-latex gloves) as needed.
- Must be mature and responsible, able to use initiative and
independent judgment when necessary, and capable of working without
supervision within guidelines established by the supervisor.
- Thorough knowledge of all phases of Echocardiography, EKG, and
other special cardiac diagnostic equipment.
- Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of
an Echocardiography Technician. Knowledge of ultrasound techniques
should be thorough. T
- Possesses effective oral and written communication skills.
Knowledgeable of English grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
- Possesses effective interpersonal relationship skills. Ability
to work effectively within role and with other team members.
- Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to
follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
- Ability to organize and complete work in a timely manner.
- Ability to understand medical/surgical Terminology
- Ability to perform basic computer keyboard skills.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
- Required Experience: Work Experience One year of work
experience as Echocardiography Tech required.
License/Registration/Certification Registered with American
Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered
Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac
Sonographer (RCS) required. Current CPR Education and Training High
School diploma or equivalent required. Completion of an
electrocardiography course or Associates of Applied Science in
Diagnostic Sonography, Cardiovascular Technology or Ultrasound
required.
Keywords: University Medical Center of El Paso, Las Cruces , Reg. Echocardiography Tech., Other , El Paso, New Mexico
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