Echo Lab Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under supervision, intern-level employee assists the Cardiac ECHO technician team with day-to-day operational duties and responsibilities, including performing testing, restocking supplies, cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining lab equipment. Provides administrative support, including review of patient medical history, documentation of previous test results, and providing essential overview to technicians.

Position: Echo Lab Assistant

Department: Heart Station

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Assisting technicians with the administration of ECHO testing Replenishing exam room supplies and assisting with closing duties Analysis of patient medical history and providing an overview to the technician

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Must be enrolled full-time in an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program and looking to fulfill internship requirements for completion.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

N/A

EXPERIENCE:

• Demonstrate general knowledge and technical skills required to perform cardiac echo examinations as an entry-level cardiac sonographer.
• Demonstrate sufficient knowledge of cardiac sonography to pursue registry status through The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers upon completion of the program.
• Understand the importance of lifelong continuing education in Cardiac Sonography.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSA):

• Basic understanding of Cardiac medical terminology and sonography
• Adaptability
• Flexibility
• Communication Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Organizational Skills
• Time Management Skills
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred but not required

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans