Vascular Technologist - Part Time

Responsibilities

• Performs all carotid and peripheral vascular testing as ordered by the physician
• Educates patients and family concerning diagnostic testing that identifies vascular disease processes
• Interacts with members of the health care team to provide quality care for the patient
• Checks physician's order to ensure proper test was ordered
• Performs test in a confident and accurate manner following established protocol, proper positioning, imaging techniques and equipment settings to produce high quality diagnostic images
• Reviews each study to assure adequate information is captured
• Demonstrates knowledge of hospital information system for completion of orders and charging
• Generates computer request for patients and maintains inpatient and outpatient schedules in a timely fashion
• Explains procedure to patient to decrease anxiety and increase patient cooperation in a confident and personable manner
• Communicates with physician offices, patient nursing units and ordering physicians to facilitate scheduling and/or completion of exams in a professional manner consistent with the organization values
• Documents reason for testing (Dx) where appropriate
• Understands the work flow of Xcelera system from utilizing modality work list, transferring images, placing studies and creating preliminary report
• Maintains cleanliness between individual patient's studies, cleaning equipment thoroughly and maintaining clean working and waiting areas
• Affirms safe discharge of each patient from testing area and when necessary assures adequate supply of oxygen
• Maintains equipment testing for proper functioning and when necessary, calls for repairs
• Checks inventory and replenishes supplies as needed to support cost containment
• Reports statistic on number of procedures and performs routine clerical duties
• Performs duties assigned by department, manager and/or director on assigned projects
• Participates in the orientation and training of new employees
• Technologist is proficient in other Echo/Vascular/General Ultrasound modalities
• Demonstrates good judgement regarding patient's safety, infection control and HIPPA as required by hospital established standards
• Complies with hospital, local, state and federal regulatory and accrediting standards
• Adheres to established IT policies and procedures
• Participates in the evaluation of individual studies to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiencies
• Participates in continuing education and completes required E-Learning as assigned and maintains credential CEU's
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved school of diagnostic medical sonography with specialty in vascular technology or practical experience gained in a diagnostic vascular setting combined with continuing education with references to support competency
• Minimum 1-2 years on the job clinical experience or new graduate of an AMA approved school of diagnostic medical sonography
• Proficient in carotid & peripheral vascular testing utilizing diagnostic imaging ultrasound equipment; capable of troubleshooting equipment issues; proven competency to adhere to the medical center's established scanning protocols; basic computer skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms
• Licenses And Certifications Required: Registered Vascular Technologist Certification or Registered Vascular Specialist Certification