Vascular Ultrasound Tech- Vasc Surgey

Qualifications

• 2 year / Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology/ Sonography (Required)
• In lieu of an Associates Degree; a Minimum of 4 years additional relevant experience is acceptable

Work Experience

• 4 - 5 years Cardiovascular Ultrasound (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• Required Certifications/Licensures:
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in Adult Echo or Pediatric Echo
  • Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

Essential Functions

• TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE
  • Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
  • Understands equipment operation.
  • Maintains equipment in working order.
  • Troubleshoots equipment problems.
  • Uses technology to increase productivity.
  • Adapts to new technology.
• ABLE TO PERFORM ADULT ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY/ VASCULAR ULTRASOUND EXAMS
  • Perform required exams without supervision that meet quality standards of the lab and interpreting physicians.
  • Act as a resource in area of expertise.
  • Provide leadership and training opportunities to department through department stand ups and on the job training.
  • Adult Echo/ Pediatric Echo/ Adult Vascular Exams.
  • TEE Echocardiography.
  • Assist OR with ultrasound guided procedures.
  • Perform Pediatric Echocardiography as required.
• Additional Duties
  • Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
  • Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
  • Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
  • Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
  • Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
  • Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
  • For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills.
  • Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.