Echo Vascular Technician I

Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Must demonstrate technical competence for performance protocols specific to the department.
• Prioritize and schedule exams.
• Coordinate exams with medical staff, physician offices, other caregivers and patients.
• Prepare for the exam by following patient identification processes, educating patient and family on procedure, and transporting the patient.
• Perform ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort and achieve quality outcomes.
• Throughout the exam, identify patient needs and appropriately communicate and coordinate patient care with physicians, other caregivers, patient, and family.
• After the exam, return patient to room and ensure patient stability and safety.
• Mentor caregivers and students on basic equipment use and procedural technique.
• Appropriately document exam results and other needed information.
• Apply appropriate charge codes for exams and supplies.
• Clean and maintain equipment, work area, and stock supplies.
• Follow appropriate channels to coordinate repair or supply needs.
• Support team and quality improvement processes and initiatives.
• Participate in educational opportunities to ensure clinical competence and develop additional skills and knowledge.
• Provide education for other caregivers, fellows, and students as appropriate.

Required Qualifications:

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
• BLS.
• Bachelor’s Degree. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
• 1 year of experience.

Required Skills & Experience:

• One Plus (1 +) yeas of experience.
• Sonography Proficiency.
• Digital Proficiency.
• Clinical Care Skills.
• Time Management.
• Risk Management.
• Healthcare Language Fluency.
• Patient Instructional Skills.
• Healthcare Professional Development.
• Instructional Design and Delivery.
• Quality Assurance.