Vascular Tech 1 -- Non Invasive Vascular Lab -- Heart & Vascular Center

CAMC Health System • Charleston, WV

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About The Position

Perform peripheral vascular noninvasive testing of cerebral, venous, arterial, and visceral systems to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating disease. The role also includes assessing inpatients and coordinating their transfers to and from testing, explaining procedures and obtaining patient histories, and supporting staff education and technical competence. The employee assists with research, policies and protocols, and evaluation of departmental equipment needs.

Requirements

• Formalized training in Diagnostic Ultrasound or Echo.
• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment, or care for the patient ages identified by the department, including obtaining and interpreting information about patient needs, understanding growth and development, and understanding the range of treatment needed.
• Demonstrate competency through initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform assigned tasks and duties.
• No prior experience required. Four years of Vascular Lab on-the-job training may be substituted for two years of formalized training.
• No certification, competency credential, or license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform peripheral vascular testing inclusive of cerebral, venous, and arterial systems.
• Assess inpatients and coordinate their transfer to and from testing procedures.
• Explain testing procedures to each patient and obtain a specific history.
• Conduct in-services and serve as an educational resource for staff, medical education students, and other health care professionals.
• Assess staff educational needs and recommend educational programs to help maintain technical competence.
• Collaborate with the Medical Director on research for publication.
• Assist in developing policies, procedures, and testing protocols.
• Evaluate departmental equipment needs and recommend purchases.
• Maintain and document required education; demonstrate positive customer and coworker relations; comply with attendance policies; participate in quality improvement; work cost-effectively; follow departmental pay practices and scheduling policies; align work with organizational mission and strategic plan; follow applicable policies and procedures; and perform related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed