Vascular Ultrasound Technologist - PRN

Comprehensive Interventional Care Centers•Flagstaff, AZ

133d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our dedicated team in providing advanced therapies for patients suffering from a wide range of conditions. We are dedicated to patient-centered care and have been recognized by our colleagues in the medical industry for providing the highest level of care in a non-intimidating environment. As the landscape of medicine has evolved and new challenges have emerged, CIC has continued to be the leader in minimally-invasive interventional care. We are expertly trained specialized physicians that have been recognized as leaders in healthcare. We use the most innovative technology and the best medical practices to ensure the highest level of patient satisfaction.

Requirements

Requires national certification from ARDMS or CCI
Requires licensure by state (when applicable)
Must maintain CME standards as required by ultrasound accreditation bodies
BLS required
Must maintain high patient privacy standards and adheres to HIPAA guidelines
This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with a minimum of 5 years 'experience relevant to CiCC's scope of practice
Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

Provides patient care services performing primarily diagnostic ultrasound which may encompass general sonography/radiology, vascular physiologic testing or ultrasound sonography, echocardiography/cardiac sonography, phlebology/venous and related diagnostic procedures.
Functions as a delegate and agent of the healthcare team's practitioners.
Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations.
Assists in therapeutic interventions.
Obtains and communicates pertinent health history and quality/reproducible exam information to the managing medical provider including documentation of exam, accurate measurements, technical drawings and/or technical worksheets.
Analyzes sonographic findings during the examination to assure a comprehensive exam is completed.
Ensures the completed exam provides sufficient data to the supervising physicians to direct patients' management leading to final diagnosis and/or interpretation.
Maintains patient comfort, safety and care while obtaining quality diagnostic images, often tailoring the exam to the needs of the patient such as patient body habitus, exam tolerance, mobility, physical condition, and cognitive status.
Uses professional judgement to optimize examination protocols while adapting to the patient, customizing protocol and exams based on patient status.
Accurately identifies and communicates critical test results to supervising provider.
Recognizes patient status changes that may require performance of first aid measures in emergent situations.
Maintains properly functioning ultrasound equipment and workspace.
Assures patient record storage including PACS and technical worksheets.
Assures cleanliness and sanitation of ultrasound machines/transducers, ALL work areas including exam rooms, patient beds and changing areas, linen, desk, and storage.
Follows infection control and patient safety guidelines.
Utilizes AIDET conversation when communicating with our patients.
Prioritizes PHI initiatives.