JOB SUMMARY: At the discretion of the overseeing clinical provider, in combination with the Porter Cardiology Practice Manager, the Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for the performance of echocardiograms.  

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS) 

• Maintain echocardiography services in accordance with standards established by the American Society of Echocardiography as well as State and Federal agencies. 
• Daily technical operation of the laboratory. 
• Working with the Medical Director, medical staff and technical staff to ensure quality patient care. 
• Perform echo exams on patients as ordered by physicians with first priority given to trauma and critically ill patients. 
• Select proper ultrasound techniques to provide optimum quality ultrasounds. 
• Position and instruct patients regarding procedures. 
• Review and agree to abide by the Porter Medical Center Compliance Program. 
• Back up studies. 
• Copy studies to disc as needed for review. 
• Adhere to Porter Hospital and Cardiology Department policies and procedures. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 
• Maintain equipment and supplies. 
• Maintain required records, documents, and statistics. 
• Participate in both in-service and out service professional educational programs. 
• Attend cardiology department meeting