General Information
| Payroll Title | UNCLASSIFIED | Title Code | 009995 | Grade/Step | BYA | Working Title | Echocardiography Technician (Per Diem) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Name | Clinical Affairs Dept | Supervisor | Benevento, Lucille | Department Head | Hansen, Katherine |
Special Requirements and Conditions
| Critical Position |
| Overtime |
| Shift Work |
| Travel |
Level of Supervision Received
| General Direction |
Items Used
Position Purpose
| Incumbent performs a full range of cardiac diagnostic ultrasound procedures and complex specialized procedures on adult and pediatric patients in an outpatient clinic setting. This includes M-mode, 2 & 3 dimensional echocardiograms, color Doppler, pulsed Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, assisting at transesophageal echo, pharmacological and exercise/pharmacological stress echo, and strain imaging. Has advanced cognitive abilities in echocardiography and cardiac conditions, recognizes and describes abnormal findings and tailors the procedure to provide a comprehensive exam. In addition, gets additional data based on abnormal findings. The cardiac sonographer makes the decision as to when an echo contrast agent &/or agitated saline injections according to policy. Will prepare and position patients, adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest, operate various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems. Prepare preliminary interpretation of those studies in image archiving/reporting solutions. Prepare and maintain records pertinent to echo studies. Works with the medical director for quality improvement, IAC certification. Works collaboratively with other clinic staff. Please note: This is a per diem position. Current time demand is 4 to 8 hours per week with plans for expansion and increased hours within the next year. The position's primary work location will be in the inland empire working in the UCR Health Clinic. The proposed classification title code for this position is covered under the AFSCME Patient Care Technical Unit Contract (EX) and is pending review and approval. A flat hourly rate of $49.32 is anticipated for this per diem position. |
Essential Functions
| Essential Function | % Time |
|---|---|
| Direct Patient Care | 80 |
| Perform cardiac ultrasound procedures such as 2-D/3-D echo, stress echo, pharmacological stress, and contrast echocardiograms using a variety of ultrasound machines and equipment for clinical testing and procedures. Explains procedure to patients and properly instructs the patient to be positioned appropriately. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images. Uses independent judgement during the echo exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings and communicates findings to the appropriate physician. | |
| Documentation | 10 |
| Record and retrieve clinical data in the digital imaging system, and electronic medical record/clinical information system. Assist in preparing for ICAEL certification for the laboratory. | |
| Other Duties | 5 |
| Assists in the development of department protocols. Performs other work - related duties as assigned. | |
| Equipment and Supplies | 5 |
| Responsible for maintaining competency in all echocardiography ultrasound equipment. Assists with reporting and documentation of equipment malfunctions. Assist in ensuring that adequate echo supplies are available for daily procedure needs. | |
Minimum Requirements
| Minimum Requirement | Display Ranking |
|---|---|
| 1 | |
| Credentialed with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS). | |
| 2 | |
| Basic Life Support certification. | |
| 3 | |
| Must have two years experience in adult echocardiology and/or cardiac ultrasound. Ability to apply knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and congenital heart disease. Ability to understand complex concepts and apply to patient care. | |
| 4 | |
| Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, nurse, staff and others in a professional and courteous manner. Prior experience using an electronic health record. |
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| 5 | |
| Ability to transport, push/pull echo and clinical equipment to facilitate patient care. | |
Preferred Qualifications
| Preferred Qualification | Display Ranking |
|---|---|
| No information record yet | |
| Posted Position Purpose |
|---|
| Incumbent performs a full range of cardiac diagnostic ultrasound procedures and complex specialized procedures on adult and pediatric patients in an outpatient clinic setting. This includes M-mode, 2 & 3 dimensional echocardiograms, color Doppler, pulsed Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, assisting at transesophageal echo, pharmacological and exercise/pharmacological stress echo, and strain imaging. Has advanced cognitive abilities in echocardiography and cardiac conditions, recognizes and describes abnormal findings and tailors the procedure to provide a comprehensive exam. In addition, gets additional data based on abnormal findings. The cardiac sonographer makes the decision as to when an echo contrast agent &/or agitated saline injections according to policy. Will prepare and position patients, adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest, operate various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems. Prepare preliminary interpretation of those studies in image archiving/reporting solutions. Prepare and maintain records pertinent to echo studies. Works with the medical director for quality improvement, IAC certification. Works collaboratively with other clinic staff.
Please note:
This is a per diem position. Current time demand is 4 to 8 hours per week with plans for expansion and increased hours within the next year. The position's primary work location will be in the inland empire working in the UCR Health Clinic.
The proposed classification title code for this position is covered under the AFSCME Patient Care Technical Unit Contract (EX) and is pending review and approval. A flat hourly rate of $49.32 is anticipated for this per diem position. |
| Posted Minimum Requirements |
| 1. Credentialed with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) 2. Basic Life Support certification. 3. Must have two years experience in adult echocardiology and/or cardiac ultrasound. Ability to apply knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and congenital heart disease. Ability to understand complex concepts and apply to patient care. 4. Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, nurse, staff and others in a professional and courteous manner. Prior experience using an electronic health record. 5. Ability to transport, push/pull echo and clinical equipment to facilitate patient care. |
| Posted Preferred Qualifications |