Echo | Vascular Technologist

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prioritizes and schedules exams.
• Coordinates exams with medical staff, physician offices, other staff and patients.
• Prepares for the exam by follow patient identification processes, educating patient and family on procedure, and transporting the patient.
• Performs ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner.
• Appropriately uses equipment, ensures patient safety and comfort, and achieves quality outcomes.
• After the exam returns patient to room and ensures patient stability and safety.
• Throughout process, identifies patient needs and appropriately communicates and coordinates patient care with physician, other staff, patient, and family.
• Appropriately documents exam results and other needed information.
• Accurately charges for exams and supplies.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and work area and stocks supplies.
• Follows appropriate channels to coordinate repair or supply needs.
• Supports team and quality improvement processes and initiatives.
• Participates in educational opportunities to ensure clinical competence and develop additional skills and knowledge.
• Provides education for other staff members, fellows, and students as appropriate.

Required Education:

• HS diploma or GED.

Preferred Education:

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Education must be obtained from an accredited institution.
• Degree will be verified.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac sonography; or ARDMS or CCI certification in vascular sonography.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Successfully completed one vascular or echo registry (adult, pediatric, fetal) pertinent to the dept (beyond physics).