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Overview
Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist role at LCMC Health. The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing all diagnostic procedures related to Ultrasound. Operates ultrasound equipment to produce images according to established policies of the department and hospital. Provides educational presentations to physicians and technical staff. May monitor supplies and perform routine departmental maintenance. Responsibilities
Performs echocardiograms, including preparation, data/results delivery to the cardiologist, and preliminary reports for reading physician as per schedule. Performs diagnostic quality echocardiograms with thorough interrogation of normal and abnormal cardiac and extracardiac anatomy across age range; performs quantitative measurements from M-Mode, 2D and Doppler studies. Assists with transesophageal, epicardial and intracardiac echocardiographic studies. Recognizes all simple congenital heart defects and most complex congenital heart defects independently. Performs fetal echocardiograms as required. Applies organizational skills toward testing inpatients and outpatients; completes a preliminary report on all tests performed for physician review; identifies indications and limitations of exams and procedures. Orders inventory specific supplies, replaces items as needed, and stocks necessary supplies. Assists with special projects, policies and procedures and performance improvement as requested. Evaluates new equipment and procedures and makes recommendations for improvement. Stocks linen and supplies; ensures the room and equipment are clean and ready for use throughout the day. Maintains quality control and preventative maintenance of diagnostic equipment per manufacturer’s recommendations and participates in quality improvement activities for echocardiography studies. Licenses and Certifications
Registered through American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a medical sonographer or cardiac sonographer. ARDMS pediatric registry or CCI congenital cardiac sonographer registry is required. American Heart Association, Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider. Qualifications
ARDMS/CCI registration as above; pediatric or congenital registry as specified. Work Shift
Days (United States of America) About LCMC Health
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist role at LCMC Health. The Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist is responsible for performing all diagnostic procedures related to Ultrasound. Operates ultrasound equipment to produce images according to established policies of the department and hospital. Provides educational presentations to physicians and technical staff. May monitor supplies and perform routine departmental maintenance. Responsibilities
Performs echocardiograms, including preparation, data/results delivery to the cardiologist, and preliminary reports for reading physician as per schedule. Performs diagnostic quality echocardiograms with thorough interrogation of normal and abnormal cardiac and extracardiac anatomy across age range; performs quantitative measurements from M-Mode, 2D and Doppler studies. Assists with transesophageal, epicardial and intracardiac echocardiographic studies. Recognizes all simple congenital heart defects and most complex congenital heart defects independently. Performs fetal echocardiograms as required. Applies organizational skills toward testing inpatients and outpatients; completes a preliminary report on all tests performed for physician review; identifies indications and limitations of exams and procedures. Orders inventory specific supplies, replaces items as needed, and stocks necessary supplies. Assists with special projects, policies and procedures and performance improvement as requested. Evaluates new equipment and procedures and makes recommendations for improvement. Stocks linen and supplies; ensures the room and equipment are clean and ready for use throughout the day. Maintains quality control and preventative maintenance of diagnostic equipment per manufacturer’s recommendations and participates in quality improvement activities for echocardiography studies. Licenses and Certifications
Registered through American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a medical sonographer or cardiac sonographer. ARDMS pediatric registry or CCI congenital cardiac sonographer registry is required. American Heart Association, Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider. Qualifications
ARDMS/CCI registration as above; pediatric or congenital registry as specified. Work Shift
Days (United States of America) About LCMC Health
LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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