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Reports to Practice Manager. Under general supervision of the BMG management and performing physicians, performs cardiac ultrasound, non-invasive diagnostic studies of the heart and/or other related studies.

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Performs cardiac echo and doppler studies by:

• Preparing the patient for testing, explaining purpose and procedure.
• Preparing the ultrasound equipment for use.
• Performing 2-D, M-Mode, and cardiac doppler, accurately measuring, and preparing study for cardiologist's review.
• Recording accurately for logging and charging purposes.
• Performing carotid doppler and LED doppler studies.

Maintains equipment and environment in the Echo Room by:

• Cleaning ultrasound equipment and maintaining an orderly work place.
• Reporting equipment malfunction to supervisor.
• Restocking supplies and delivering reports.

Performs other functions to maintain personal competence and contribute to the overall effectiveness of the department by:

• Assisting with conducting in-services and staff education.
• Completing other job related duties and projects as assigned or requested by supervisor.

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent, continuing education in the form of college level courses and/or specialized ultrasound training program, and successful completion of a basic EKG interpretation class (within the past 2 years). A minimum of six to twelve months of experience involving health care patient contact.

Knowledge & Skills

• Requires knowledge of medical terminology, cardiac anatomy, and basic computer skills.
• Requires basic EKG interpretation skills and CPR certification.
• Requires six months training to become familiar with various specialized equipment and functions.
• Demonstrates vision and color distinction necessary to perform echo and doppler testing, as well as hearing skills needed for patient evaluations.
• Demonstrates manual dexterity to manipulate ultrasound probe to provide optimal images.
• Demonstrates good decision making and patient evaluation skills.
• Demonstrates a willingness to continue education outside the office site and after proficiency is proven and/or registry requirements are met achieving registry status.

Working Conditions

• Works in a patient care environment with occasional exposure to communicable diseases.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e. to walk/stand for prolonged periods of time, push carts/wheelchairs up to 50 pounds, to position/lift patients at a maximum of 35 pounds unassisted, over 35 pounds requires assistance, provide CPR, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Demonstrates a high level of interpersonal skills in communicating and interacting with patients, families, physicians and staff.