Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist I, PRN

AdventHealth•Orlando, FL

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine and complex cardiac ultrasound studies and assists with a variety of imaging procedures. Obtains high-quality scans, adapts procedures to each patient’s medical situation, and gathers information needed for proper interpretation. Enters testing conditions, observations, results, and patient demographic information into patient records. Communicates abnormal findings to reading physicians and notifies physicians when procedures are ready for interpretation. Performs scheduling, insurance verification, authorization, coding, billing, and reimbursement activities. Sets up and adjusts imaging equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform examinations. Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly department and manages supply inventory. Other duties may be assigned. This is a PRN, as-needed position in Orlando, Florida.

Requirements

Ability to perform a full range of diagnostic echocardiogram and/or vascular ultrasound procedures.
Ability to operate ultrasound systems in the assigned department and use measurement packages to measure and calculate anatomy, function, and status according to standards of care.
Ability to recognize significant anatomical structures, artifacts, and pathology.
Ability to communicate effectively and explain procedures to patients clearly and concisely.
Basic EKG knowledge.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and orderly department.
Current knowledge to interpret image data appropriately and determine which images to save or discard.
Knowledge of commonly used healthcare concepts, practices, and procedures.
Ability to read, write, and speak conversational English.
Basic mathematics skills.
Ability to function independently with little or no supervision.
Knowledge and skills to address age-appropriate communication and safety needs of the patient populations served.
Knowledge of principles and practices of echocardiography.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).
Basic Life Support (BLS) - CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in cardiovascular sonography.
At least 1 year of relevant experience.
Proficiency in pediatric echocardiography.
Proficiency in transesophageal echocardiography.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and complex studies and assist with imaging procedures.
Obtain high-quality scans and adapt procedures to patients’ medical situations, gathering information needed for proper interpretation.
Enter testing conditions, observations, test results, and patient demographic information into patient records.
Communicate abnormal findings to reading physicians and notify physicians of procedures to be interpreted.
Perform scheduling, insurance verification, authorization, coding, billing, and reimbursement activities.
Set up and adjust imaging equipment and manually maneuver transducers to perform examinations.
Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly department, including procedure rooms and storage areas.
Maintain supply inventory and restock supplies to proper operating levels.
Perform other duties as assigned.