Echocardiography Tech- FT

Medical University of South Carolina • Florence, AL

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic echo/vascular ultrasound procedures as outlined in policies and procedures of the Cardiovascular Laboratory, including but not limited to Duplex imaging and and/or echocardiography. May be cross-trained into other areas in the department. Responsible for maintaining compliance with Intersocietal Commission of Accreditation of Echo/Vascular Laboratory standards. Assumes responsibility and accountability for patients in the department and provides care to these patients through assessment, observation and documentation. Performs other related duties incidental to the work described within. Work is primarily independent.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Vascular Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, or Ultrasonography program is preferred.
• Equivalent work experience will be considered.
• One year of training/work experience including a variety of Vascular exams is preferred.
• Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers as a Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS RVT) or by Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI RVS) is required prior to being hired.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited Vascular Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, or Ultrasonography program is preferred.
• One year of training/work experience including a variety of Vascular exams is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic echo/vascular ultrasound procedures as outlined in policies and procedures of the Cardiovascular Laboratory, including but not limited to Duplex imaging and/or echocardiography.
• May be cross-trained into other areas in the department.
• Responsible for maintaining compliance with Intersocietal Commission of Accreditation of Echo/Vascular Laboratory standards.
• Assumes responsibility and accountability for patients in the department and provides care to these patients through assessment, observation and documentation.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described within.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree