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LifePoint Health Echo/Ultrasound SS FT in Gallatin, Tennessee
Responsible for performing echocardiography and ultrasound exams. Performs other diagnostic procedures dependent upon registration/certification.
Reports to: Director Diagnostic Services and Imaging Supervisor
Reviews patient history and physician orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment & exam to ensure understanding and cooperation. Drag Edit Delete
Receives patients, explains method of procedure and makes sure patient is comfortable. Drag Edit Delete
Provides patient services to all ages using imaging modalities. Drag Edit Delete
Operates echocardiography equipment to perform clinical diagnostic exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices. Drag Edit Delete
Maintains equipment and supplies and organizes work area. Drag Edit Delete
Keeps accurate records, helps with scheduling of the ultrasound and keeps patient flow smooth. Drag Edit Delete
Follows radiation safety procedures
Minimum Education Graduate from echocardiography program or ultrasound program with echocardiography cross-training - Required Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) - Required to be obtained within 90 days of employment, if not current upon hire. Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills License: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Sonography(s) and/or registered with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). New graduates must acquire valid registration within 12 months of hire date.
Must be registered or registry eligible (registered within 1 year of employment or cross-training); Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist (RCVT) certification Drag Edit Delete
Minimum Work Experience One year experience in echocardiography - Preferred Cardiac structure and arrhythmia recognition required. Six (6) months experience performing Ultrasound procedures
Job: *Radiology/Imaging Services
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Title: Echo/Ultrasound SS FT
Location: Tennessee-Gallatin
Requisition ID: 7457-12240