SUMMARY The Echo/Vascular Technologist operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce images of the body for patients of all ages for diagnosis and treatment. Compliance with rules and regulations of all applicable federal, state and local laws as well as PMHC policies is a condition of employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Incumbent must have the skills, ability and judgment to perform the following essential job duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation: Performs diagnostic imaging procedures in the following areas: Echocardiology and Vascular ultrasoundAssesses data regarding customer's procedure based on age and condition.

Explains and instructs customer to reduce anxieties and obtain cooperation.

Provides and instructs customer and/or families, or significant others wit information appropriate for age and learning abilities.

Operates diagnostic imaging equipment according to manufacturer's specifications.

Properly attains diagnostic image for interpretation and diagnosis.

Maintains diagnostic imaging equipment according to manufacturer's specifications.

Confers with members of radiology staff and other health team members individually and in conference to exchange, discuss, and evaluate customer information for planning, modifying, and coordinating radiological exams.

Maintains and replenishes departmental suppliesCompletes all necessary information for interpretation of diagnostic images.

Transports customer safely to and from department.

Confers with radiologist or cardiologist on image quality.

Assists in scheduling & paperwork procedures.

Reports equipment failures to appropriate person for repair.

Assists in date collection for Quality Assurance/Improvement.

Assists in orientation of new technologists and students.

Greets guests promptly and courteously.

Presents a professional, pleasant and positive image.

Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.

Responsible for personal development & continuing education compliance.

Responsible for rotation of department coverage duties.

Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports directly to the Director of Cardiovascular Services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, employees the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The employee occasionally works with explosive, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The level of risk of exposure to blood borne pathogens is Classification (I), as outlined in the Hepatitis B Vaccine Program Policy. The noise level in the work environment is usually high.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Completion and degree from approved Technology program or related cross-training experience.

COMPETENCIES/CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Current BLS certification.

ARDMS accreditation in Echo and Vascular