Vascular Ultrasound Technologist, PT Day Shift, Outpatient Imaging

Adventist HealthCare•Rockville, MD

23h•$32 - $56•Onsite

About The Position

Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced Vascular Ultrasound Technologist for our Outpatient Imaging Department 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.
RDMS required.
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Nice To Haves

Minimum 2 years of experience 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.

Benefits

Work life balance through nonrotating shifts
Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
Free Employee parking
Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire
Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, (short-term disability buy-up available)
Paid Time Off
Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period
Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness & accident insurance
Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support