Echo/ Vascular US Tech-Dual Registered - Cardio/Vascular - Days - FT

Performs echocardiograms and vascular studies.

• Responsible for own practice within legal, ethical and professional boundaries.
  • Maintains clinical expertise in area; demonstrates proficiency in performing skills within scope of practice.
  • Serves as a role model by demonstrating positive team base behaviors.
  • Successful completion of probation and annual skills/competency requirements.
  • Shows commitment to personal professional growth through the pursuit of advanced knowledge and skills.
  • Regular and timely attendance is required for this position.
  • Performance of duties will be in compliance with all laws and regulations governing healthcare organizations.
• Provides direct patient care and evaluates outcome.
  • Assess patient as appropriate for procedure and monitor patients during and after procedure.
  • Performs all echo/vascular imaging services provided in the department according to policy and procedure and as directed by physician to demonstrate structures for interpretation and/or therapeutic interpretation.
  • Performs exams using DI COM Procedures. Completes reporting according to CVIS workflow.
  • Evaluates results of procedures and patient response and takes action accordingly.
  • Performs duties and responsibilities such that delays are prevented and/or minimized.
  • Provides safety measures for patients undergoing procedures.
• Monitors quality control of equipment and participates in continuing quality improvement in the assigned division.
  • Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification is recorded.
  • Assumes responsibility for equipment in assigned area and reports any malfunctions.
  • Participates in CQI activities. Performs specific quality control duties as assigned.
• Communicates patient/family healthcare needs to the appropriate healthcare provider.
  • Timely reporting of variances or significant events/results to the appropriate caregiver.
  • Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.

Education: High School or GED; Preferred is Associate's Degree Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program

Experience:  None

Licensure: Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography or registry eligible and complete registry within 4 months of employment in both Echo and Vascular Imaging