Echo technician

ECHO TECHNICIAN / ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY TECHNICIAN

Position Details

Designation: Echo Technician / Echocardiography Technician
Department: Cardiology / Diagnostic Services
Experience: 1–3 years preferred
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reporting To: Consultant Cardiologist / Cardiology HOD / Medical Superintendent

Job Summary

The Echo Technician is responsible for performing echocardiographic examinations as prescribed by the Consultant Cardiologist. The role involves preparing patients, operating echocardiography equipment, acquiring high-quality cardiac images and Doppler measurements, assisting the cardiologist during diagnostic procedures, maintaining equipment and ensuring accurate documentation while following patient-safety and infection-control standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. Echocardiography Procedures

• Perform routine echocardiography examinations as instructed by the Consultant Cardiologist.
• Conduct 2D, M-Mode and Doppler echocardiographic studies within the scope of training and authorization.
• Acquire appropriate cardiac views and images according to departmental protocols.
• Obtain required Doppler measurements and cardiac parameters accurately.
• Ensure images are of adequate technical quality for interpretation by the Cardiologist.
• Assist with specialized echocardiographic examinations when trained and authorized.

2. Patient Preparation & Care

• Verify patient identity and examination request before the procedure.
• Explain the procedure to the patient and provide appropriate instructions.
• Prepare the patient and position them correctly for the examination.
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity and confidentiality.
• Provide appropriate assistance to elderly, pediatric, critically ill or physically challenged patients.
• Monitor the patient's condition during the examination and immediately report any significant concerns.

3. Assistance During Cardiac Procedures

• Assist the Cardiologist during procedures such as:
• Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE), where trained and authorized
• Stress Echocardiography
• Contrast Echocardiography
• Bedside/portable echocardiography
• Prepare required equipment, accessories and consumables before procedures.
• Assist with patient positioning and monitoring as directed by the medical team.
• Ensure emergency equipment is readily available for procedures involving higher-risk patients.

4. Equipment Operation & Maintenance

• Operate echocardiography machines safely and efficiently.
• Perform routine equipment checks before starting examinations.
• Ensure transducers/probes and accessories are functioning properly.
• Clean and disinfect equipment according to infection-control protocols.
• Report equipment malfunction promptly to the concerned authority.
• Coordinate with biomedical engineering/service vendors for equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain preventive maintenance and service records as required.

5. Image Quality & Technical Accuracy

• Ensure appropriate patient positioning and probe placement.
• Select suitable imaging and Doppler settings according to the examination.
• Minimize artifacts and obtain technically adequate images.
• Repeat images only when technically necessary.
• Ensure accurate patient and study identification on all stored images.
• Follow departmental protocols for image acquisition and documentation.

6. Infection Prevention & Control

• Follow hospital infection prevention and control policies.
• Perform hand hygiene before and after patient contact.
• Clean and disinfect probes and patient-contact surfaces appropriately.
• Follow appropriate precautions for infectious patients.
• Follow biomedical waste-management procedures where applicable.
• Follow specific disinfection procedures for probes used in specialized examinations such as TEE.

7. Documentation & Records

• Maintain accurate records of all echocardiographic examinations performed.
• Ensure patient details and examination information are entered correctly.
• Maintain procedure registers and daily workload records.
• Ensure images and relevant data are properly stored in the hospital's PACS/RIS or applicable system.
• Maintain equipment and quality-control records as required.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.

8. Emergency & Inpatient Services

• Provide bedside echocardiography support for ICU, emergency and inpatient patients when required.
• Respond promptly to urgent requests from the Cardiology/Emergency/ICU team.
• Assist in obtaining emergency cardiac imaging as directed by the Cardiologist.
• Coordinate with nursing and medical teams for safe patient transport and positioning.

9. Quality & NABH Compliance

• Follow hospital policies, SOPs and departmental protocols.
• Maintain compliance with applicable NABH patient-safety and quality requirements.
• Participate in quality audits and departmental quality-improvement activities.
• Maintain required documentation for audits and inspections.
• Participate in training and competency-assessment programmes.
• Report incidents, near misses and equipment-related safety concerns through the appropriate reporting system.

Qualifications

• Diploma / B.Sc. in Cardiac Care Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, Echocardiography Technology or equivalent recognized qualification.
• Additional certification/training in echocardiography is preferred.
• Relevant registration/licensing, wherever applicable.

Required Skills

• Good knowledge of echocardiography techniques and cardiac anatomy.
• Ability to obtain standard 2D, M-Mode and Doppler views.
• Good understanding of basic cardiac physiology.
• Ability to operate echocardiography equipment effectively.
• Good patient-handling and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and image-quality orientation.
• Basic computer and hospital information-system skills.
• Ability to work effectively with Cardiologists, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to remain calm and efficient during emergency examinations.

Preferred Experience

Experience in:

• Adult transthoracic echocardiography (TTE)
• 2D and Doppler echocardiography
• M-Mode echocardiography
• Stress echocardiography
• Transesophageal echocardiography assistance
• Contrast echocardiography assistance
• ICU and bedside echocardiography
• Emergency cardiac imaging
• PACS/RIS documentation

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality and completeness of echocardiographic studies.
• Accuracy of patient identification and examination documentation.
• Timely completion of scheduled and emergency examinations.
• Compliance with infection-control protocols.
• Proper equipment handling and maintenance.
• Reduction of technically inadequate/repeat studies.
• Timely reporting of equipment issues.
• Compliance with departmental SOPs and NABH requirements.
• Patient satisfaction and professional conduct.

Personal Attributes

• Patient-focused and compassionate.
• Technically competent and detail-oriented.
• Responsible and safety-conscious.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Calm and professional during emergency situations.
• Good time-management and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts and emergency duties when required.
• Commitment to continuous professional learning.

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person