Echo Technologist provides compassionate, patient-centered cardiac care by preparing patients, performing echocardiograms, and acquiring diagnostic cardiac ultrasound images. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining ultrasound equipment, documenting exam findings and relevant measurements for physician review, and following infection-control and safety procedures.
The role requires close collaboration with cardiologists, nurses, and other clinical staff, while ensuring strong patient communication, empathy, and strict protection of patient privacy. Ideal candidates possess solid knowledge of cardiac anatomy and ultrasound techniques, along with the technical skills to produce accurate diagnostic studies.
Key Duties
- Prepare patients for echocardiography procedures
- Perform echocardiograms and acquire diagnostic images
- Document findings and measurements for physician interpretation
- Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment
- Follow infection-control, safety, and privacy requirements
- Collaborate with clinical team members to support cardiac care