Vascular Tech

Phoebe Putney Health System•Albany, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of standardized noninvasive cardiovascular tests to include three specialties of these four: adult echocardiography, pediatric echocardiography and peripheral vascular studies of upper and lower extremities and carotid arteries. Assist Physician with ultrasound guided exams. Perform studies with accuracy and precision necessary to satisfy department standards and Physician interpreters while projecting a professional image, conserving hospital property and assets and meeting competency requirements. Provides direct patient care to all ages. Performs injection of bubble studies and ultrasound enhancement agents such as Optison, Definity and/or Lumason.

Requirements

2 year / Associate Degree in Cardiovascular Technology/ Sonography (Required)
Minimum of 4 years additional relevant experience is acceptable
4 - 5 years Cardiovascular Ultrasound (Required)
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) in Adult Echo or Pediatric Echo or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

Responsibilities

Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.
Understands equipment operation.
Maintains equipment in working order.
Troubleshoots equipment problems.
Uses technology to increase productivity.
Adapts to new technology
Perform required exams without supervision that meet quality standards of the lab and interpreting physicians.
Act as a resource in area of expertise.
Provide leadership and training opportunities to department through department stand ups and on the job training.
Adult Echo/ Pediatric Echo/ Adult Vascular Exams.
TEE Echocardiography.
Assist OR with ultrasound guided procedures.
Perform Pediatric Echocardiography as required.
Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age-specific customer service skills.
Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.