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University of Maryland Medical System

Cardiac Ultrasound Tech

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What they do

A Cardiovascular Technician or Technologist uses imaging technology and other procedures to diagnose cardiac (heart) and vascular (blood vessel) problems in patients. Works closely with cardiologists and medical sonographers. Works in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.

$66,800 / year median in Maryland

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Requirements
JOB SUMMARY
Performs cardiac/vascular diagnostic procedures for interpretation by physicians; operates cardiac/vascular ultrasound diagnostic equipment, structured report/image management systems, performs diagnostic protocols in compliance with Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) standards. Familiar with operations of electrocardiograph (ECG) machine, holter and other event monitor systems, and stress test equipment.
JOB DUTIES
1. Performs adult, pediatric and neonatal cardiac ultrasound. 2. Documents echocardiography studies/images/measurements utilizing digital structured report image management system. 3. Prepares patients and equipment for procedures; explains procedures to patients and/or families. 4. May be asked to be cross-trained to perform non-invasive vascular diagnostic procedures. 5. Assists with the orientation of healthcare students and nurses. 6. Maintains cleanliness of equipment and work area. Reports equipment malfunctions to manager. 7. Has good working knowledge of ECG and Echocardiographic interpretations. 8.
Basic understanding of:
a. Routine and STAT electrocardiographic procedures; b. Application and removal of holter monitors. 9. Basic understanding of scheduling of patients, electronic filing, and distribution of reports. 10. Contacts physicians/offices with preliminary results/critical test results, as required. 11. Ensures accuracy in the medication process, including transport, storage, security, and/or administration of medications to include IV solutions. Work Experience
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES
1. Strives to achieve excellence of service as described in the CARE Commitments. 2. Each staff member is expected to do their part in contributing to improved Patient Satisfaction scores by demonstrating positive patient/customer interactions. 3. Responds to the following Shore Regional Health codes: Code Red (in the immediate area), Code Pink and Code Gold (in the immediate area). 3. Responsible for honest behavior in all matters. To the best of the employee's knowledge and understanding, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations. 4. Maintains the privacy and security of all confidential and protected health information. Uses and discloses only that information which is necessary to perform the function of the job. 5. Performs related duties as assigned.