AlliedTravelCareers is working with Aequor to find a qualified Echo Tech in Denver, Colorado, 80218!
Job Summary:
-Performs a variety of Ultrasound procedures that utilize high frequency sound waves to evaluate internal organs and vessels for the diagnosis of disease.
-Prepares exam room.
-Obtains informed consent, and requests an accurate clinical history as necessary for the exam.
-Reviews patient history and determines proper selection of protocols.
-Explains method of examination and positions patient.
-Assesses the patient s status and needs, completes appropriate diagnostic techniques/tests to ascertain patient s on-going condition, and performs the necessary interventions.
-Reviews and evaluates completed tests for quality, completeness, and type of test ordered.
-Ensures quality images.
-Coordinates the preparation of images/exams and needed documentation for physician partners.
-Documents and communicates patient related information thoroughly and accurately.
-Informs patient of physician s instructions or ancillary caregiver s observations or concerns and takes same into consideration in providing appropriate care.
-Meets the needs of the patient, family and multi-disciplinary team through effective communication, coordination and documentation ensuring safety, care, courtesy and efficiency.
-Ensures safe and effective hand off between shifts by communicating clearly with oncoming shift.
-Monitors equipment reliability and safety. Reports issues and/or repairs or service due.
-Orders and stocks supplies, cleans rooms, and equipment to maintain work environment.
-Transports patients as needed.
-Actively participates in quality initiatives, including patient satisfaction, patient care, and workflow.
-Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by service behavior standards.
-Performs other duties as assigned. null
Schedule 630am-1700pm. Days of the week will vary. On call one week every 4-5 weeks.
Skills: Required Skills & Experience:
-N/A
Preferred Skills & Experience:
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Required Skills: [
"Contrast Administration Competency",
"Protocol selection and exam prioritization",
"Accurate measurements and calculations",
"transthoracic echocardiography",
"Attention to detail"
]
Additional Skills: [
"Time management and workflow prioritization",
"Collaboration with nurses and multidisciplinary teams",
"Patient identification and safety",
"adult transthoracic echocariography",
"QUALITY/RELIABILITY"
]Education: Required Education:
-High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Preferred Education:
-Associate s degree preferred.
Required Certifications & Licensure:
-American Registry of Radiologic Technology ARRT (S) or ARDMS registry is required.
-RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer. RCS - Reg Cardiac Sono.
-Candidates must obtain registry within 18 months of hire.
-BLS - American Heart Association.
Preferred Certifications & Licensure:
-N/A null
Job Category: Peaks-Clinical-Non-Nursing