Echo/tmt Technician

Designation Echo TMT Technician Department Cardiology Qualification B Sc in Cardiology Diploma GED equivalent Experience 2 yrs Above Reporting to Manager - Operations 1 Use of non-invasive procedures to examine heart valves chambers and blood vessels to produce images known as echocardiograms ECGs 2 Perform imaging and non-imaging cardiovascular evaluations which may include exercise tolerance tests Holter monitoring event recorders electrocardiograms stress tests and transesophageal echocardiography 3 Obtains patient history explains procedures to patient addresses patients concerns and follows established pre-screening policy and procedure 4 Determines appropriate methodology and techniques to use arranges immobilization and or support devices for proper patient positioning selects appropriate imaging device 5 Prepares patient for echocardiography procedures positions patient as appropriate for prescribed procedure and assists patients at completion of procedure 6 Uses good judgment when determining if the procedure was sufficient for proper diagnoses or if additional imaging procedures are needed 7 Provides images data analysis and patient information to the physician for diagnostic interpretation 8 Prepares facilities in accordance with procedural requirements calibrates equipment as required by the institution 9 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 10 Recognize abnormal rhythms and immediately notify Physician or appropriate clinical staff 11 Maintain accurate patient documentation including computerized documentation 12 Performs general office duties maintains stock supplies assists administrators in determining quantities for purchase records procedure codes for billing purposes and scheduling patients 13 Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices 14 Troubleshoot equipment and document errors or equipment malfunctions escalate issues and concerns to engineer supervisor and or cardiologist 15 Responsible for performing tasks that are within the scope of his her educational preparation knowledge and permitted by the policies and procedures of Supplemental Health Care and other local state and federal guidelines and the policies of the facility requesting the services 16 Responsible for the performance of diagnostic Cardiac Treadmill Testing assist with Stress Echocardiogram Testing EKGs Holter Monitor and Event Monitors 17 Provide written technical impression to assist cardiologist with interpretation thereof 18 Escort patients from waiting area to exam room where test will be performed communicate with patients during testing and ensure comfort review patient s chart and coordinate same day add-on procedures 19 Perform appropriate equipment preventative maintenance 20 Encourage active patient participation during appointments report questions and concerns to physicians Job Types Full-time Permanent Pay 10 000 00 - 25 000 00 per month Schedule Evening shift Morning shift Rotational shift Supplemental Pay Yearly bonus Experience total work 2 years Required Work Location In person