Associate - Cardiology

**Date**:20 Jul 2023

**Location**: Mysuru, IN

**Company**:Manipal Health Enterprises Private Ltd

**About Us**:
Manipal Hospitals is one of India's foremost multi-specialty healthcare providers catering to both Indian and international patients. We are a part of the Manipal Education and Medical Group (MEMG), a leader in the areas of education and healthcare. With more than 7500 operational beds, our commitment to the overall well-being of an individual is at the core of everything we do. Through our network of hospitals and experienced team of medical professionals, we provide quality and affordable healthcare to everyone.

**Job Details**:
No. of Openings: 1

Experience: 1-5 Years of relevant experience

**Job Summary**:
**Echo Technician - Manipal Hospital - Mysore**:
Echo technicians, also known as echocardiography technicians, create 2-D and 3-D pictures of patients' hearts, though the use of high frequency sound waves and special equipment. Prospective technicians can seek a 3-year degree or diploma in Cardiac Care Technology.

**Responsibilities**:

- Perform imaging and non-imaging evaluations which may include echocardiography.
- Obtains patient history, explains procedures to patient, addresses patients’ concerns, and follows established pre-screening policy and procedure.
- Determines appropriate methodology and techniques to use; arranges immobilization and/or support devices for proper patient positioning; selects appropriate imaging device.
- Prepares patient for echocardiography procedures, positions patient as appropriate for prescribed procedure, and assists patients at completion of procedure.
- Uses good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses, or if additional imaging procedures are needed.
- Provides images, data analysis, and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation.
- Prepares facilities in accordance with procedural requirements; calibrates equipment as required by the institution.
- Monitors the patient’s physical condition during the course of the procedure; report patient change of status or emergency situations to clinical staff, supervisor and/or cardiologist.
- Recognize abnormal rhythms and immediately notify Physician or appropriate clinical staff.
- Maintain accurate patient documentation, including computerized documentation.
- Performs general office duties: maintains stock supplies, assists administrators in determining quantities for purchase, records procedure codes for billing purposes, and scheduling patients.
- Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Troubleshoot equipment and document errors or equipment malfunctions; escalate issues and concerns to supervisor.
- Maintain adequate sonographic and supplies.
- Perform all other duties as assigned.

**Competencies**:

- Lead Self : Emotional Intelligence- Lead Self : Ethics and Personal Credibility- Lead Stakeholders : Patient Centricity**Skills**:
**Education**:

- Bachelors in Any