| Perform echocardiograms per protocol |
| Provide patient and family education |
| Expand scope of examination according to any abnormalities observed or suspected. |
| Notify appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain. |
| Enter patient identification information into the ultrasound unit. |
| Obtain patient clinical information from the patient, medical record and physician to verify indications for echocardiography. |
| Select the appropriate transducer and machine settings for optimal visualization and evaluation of structures. |
| Position patient to optimally visualize cardiac structures. |
| Assist the physician with transesophageal echocardiography, stress echocardiograms and pericardiocentesis procedures. Perform peripheral vascular ultrasound as competency allows. |
| Maintains records of all procedures performed, sends reports to requesting physicians and archives patient examinations. |
| Operate equipment safely and correctly. Inspect ultrasound equipment daily to ensure it is operating effectively. Reports any malfunctions. |
| Clean exam rooms and equipment between patients and at the end of the day. |
| Treat patients and families with respect and dignity. |
| Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. |
| Demonstrates the ability to deal with pressure to meet deadlines, to be accurate, and to handle constantly changing situations. |
| Demonstrates the ability to deal with a variety of people, deal with stressful situations, and handle conflict. |
| Performs other duties as assigned. |
| Professional Requirements: |
| Adheres to dress code. |
| Completes annual educational requirements. |
| Maintains regulatory requirements. |
| Wears identification while on duty. |
| Maintains confidentiality at all times. |
| Attends department staff meetings as required within the department. |
| Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work in designated time. |
| Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner. |
| Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. |
| Coordinates efforts in meeting regulatory compliance, federal, state and local regulations and standards |
| Communicates and complies with the Benefis Health System Mission, Vision and Values as well as the focus statement of the department. |
| Complies with Benefis Health System Organization Policies and Procedures. |
| Complies with Health and Safety Standards and Guidelines. |
