General Purpose of Job:
The Student Echo Tech provides limited echocardiology services, under the supervision of a licensed sonographer, to patients within the hospital and complies within the established standards of practice, policies, and clinical guidelines reflective of evidence-based practice. As a Student Echo Tech, you will provide general clerical, equipment and patient care support in patient care units and deliver effective patient care within the framework of Driscoll Health System’s vision of excellence and integrated care delivery.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required.
Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.
Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.
Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.
Assists with echocardiograms on pediatric patients and adults with congenital heart disease utilizing department specific protocols
Completes documentation associated with responsibilities in electronic medical record.
Assures the efficient operation of workflow of the department. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services. May perform other duties as assigned.
Education, Experience, Certificates, licenses:
High school diploma or equivalent
Must be enrolled in an accredited echo sonography program, pursuant to Texas licensure
Completion of the first year/fundamentals of echo sonography, or equivalent, is required
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers through the American Heart Association prior to higher
