Multi-Modality Vascular Ultrasound Technologist, Day Shift, Outpatient Imaging

Adventist HealthCare•Rockville, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Adventist Outpatient Imaging Services seeks to hire an experienced Multi-Modality Vascular Ultrasound Technologist who will embrace our mission to extend God’s care through the ministry of physical, mental and spiritual healing. As a Vascular Ultrasound Technologist, you will: • Performs clinical assessments and produces high quality vascular sonographic images to provide accurate data for the Interventional Radiologists and Radiologists. Enters preliminary findings and impression into documentation systems. • Performs other non-invasive vascular tests including portable studies as necessary. • Uses computer systems (Cerner, Viewpoint, McKesson PACS and Hconnect) correctly to document patient information. • Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients on their assigned unit/department. Assumes responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all patients in the sonographic area/department. • Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided. Anticipates patient’s needs and exceeds expectations. • Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member and completes associated forms or phone calls. • Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations. Maintains schedule and prioritizes exams. • Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the sue of supplies and equipment as indicated by minimal wastage of supplies • Participates in departmental PI initiatives and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school or GED
Graduate of an Accredited Diagnostic Medical sonography program.
RVT required, or must be obtained within 2 years of start date.
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years of experience preferred
RDMS preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs clinical assessments and produces high quality vascular sonographic images to provide accurate data for the Interventional Radiologists and Radiologists.
Enters preliminary findings and impression into documentation systems.
Performs other non-invasive vascular tests including portable studies as necessary.
Uses computer systems (Cerner, Viewpoint, McKesson PACS and Hconnect) correctly to document patient information.
Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients on their assigned unit/department.
Assumes responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of all patients in the sonographic area/department.
Coordinates with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided.
Anticipates patient’s needs and exceeds expectations.
Reports equipment failures to the appropriate supervisor or staff member and completes associated forms or phone calls.
Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations.
Maintains schedule and prioritizes exams.
Demonstrates cost effectiveness in the sue of supplies and equipment as indicated by minimal wastage of supplies
Participates in departmental PI initiatives and other duties as assigned.