Echo Tech/Cardiac Sonographer

Cardiac Sonographer (Echo Tech)

Performs echocardiograms, stress echoes and TEES at the request of the ordering physician. Skilled in the interpretation of echocardiography for the purpose of creating a preliminary report read by the cardiologist. Ideal candidates will have completed an accredited Echo school (CAAHEP accredited program).

Explains echocardiogram procedure including the details of the exam and duration of the test. Answers logistical questions without giving preliminary results and providing ambulatory and check-out assistant to patients, always keeps in mind patient safety.

Positions patients, applies ultrasound gels and electrodes, connects and adjusts equipment and verifies accurate ECG.

Produces high-quality echocardiographic images in adherence to facility protocol and IAC standards. Accurately positions transducer to get on-axis US images. Optimizes 2D images by adjusting depth, focus, TGCs, gain, frequency, etc. Optimizes color...