Cardiovascular Sonographer II - Echo/Vascular
About The Position
In keeping with the Dignity Health healthcare philosophy, the Ultrasound Technologist performs cardiovascular procedures at a technically proficient level. Positions and instructs the patient, operates ultrasound equipment and determines the technical factors for ultrasound procedures. Ensures correct marking/labeling of images, provide and confirm proper/adequate documentation of procedures to assist in diagnosis. Technically proficient in a variety of ultrasound procedures. Ability to train staff members to perform procedures requiring independent judgement. Position requires ingenuity and initiative for the diagnosis and therapy of disease.
Requirements
- Associate of Science (A.S.) Degree AND/OR Graduate of an accredited school of cardiovascular technology Experience: 4-6 years (Three (3) years recent experience preferred performing Cardiovascular Ultrasound procedures.)
- OR Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Degree AND/OR Graduate of an accredited school of cardiovascular technology Experience: 4-6 years (Three (3) years recent Acute Care experience performing Cardiovascular Ultrasound procedures.)
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer CCI (RCS) OR Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echo (RDCSAE)
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) OR Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
- Basic Life Support - CPR (BLS-CPR)
Responsibilities
- Performs diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound procedures in accordance with department standards, and in keeping with the orders of the referring physician.
- Operates all ultrasound equipment, computers, and accessories.
- Demonstrates competency in film-processing procedures.
- Identifies and initiates accurate assessment of life-threatening conditions.
- Troubleshoots equipment and cooperates with service personnel in order to maintain minimal down time.
- Initiates service calls on all equipment assigned to the area.
- Charges exams and supplies on a daily basis when work is completed.
- Maintains and updates the patient log on a daily basis.
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What This Job Offers
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
