Ultrasound Technologist (RVT or RVS) - Vascular Lab - Sharp Grossmont Hospital - Variable Shift - Per Diem

Sharp HealthCare • La Mesa, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

To perform a wide variety of technical procedures with quality patient care, assisting Physicians as needed. Sharp HealthCare is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability or any other protected class.

Requirements

• Satisfactory completion of formal training program in an AMA approved school and meets the requirements of an appropriate State and/or Federal mandated certification or equivalent.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association -REQUIRED
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography OR Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International -REQUIRED

Nice To Haves

• 1 Year related experience.

Responsibilities

• Patient and family education
• Provides pre and post procedure education and reassurance to include but not limited to: type of procedure, length of procedure, physician involved, contrast administration and mode of delivery, positioning, the report, patient satisfaction form, etc.
• Interacts and communicates in a manner to reflect an understanding of the patient's age, culture, state of health, level of comprehension, etc.
• Communicates and interacts with the patient's family in a way that is perceived positive and supportive while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Produce high quality exams
• Understands and applies appropriate imaging techniques to achieve the highest quality study obtainable.
• Performs exams and positions according to department imaging, cardiac, or vascular ultrasound protocols.
• Labels and identifies studies correctly using legal marker set.
• Uses imaging equipment proficiently.
• Uses imaging agents (contrast) according to protocol.
• Performs routine and special procedure exams as assigned.
• Quality assurance
• Verifies patient identification and pregnancy status if appropriate.
• Assists Radiologist or Cardiologist in procedures while practicing sterile techniques to prevent cross-contamination.
• Delivers safe, efficient and therapeutic care.
• Performs proper procedure on proper patient.
• Demonstrates knowledge of universal precautions and sterile techniques.
• Observes the patient, reports any changes in status, and initiates appropriate action to ensure a positive outcome.
• Follows patient's Advanced Directive, if applicable.
• Follows HIPAA guidelines for PHI as appropriate.

Benefits

• As part of the terms of employment, employees in this role are required to join the union within 31 days of hire and remain a member (e.g. dues paying, fee paying, religious exception contributor) for the duration of the collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees