About this Job
General Summary of PositionPerforms diagnostic vascular studies on patients to assure high-quality care and service to patients.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
Actively participates in quality assurance program by completing all accrediting body requirements to maintain lab certification.
Assists in coordinating patient care with clinical staff by reviewing the patient schedule at the beginning of each day to ensure appropriate support is available at the appointed times.
Ensures equipment and supplies are available by coordinating preventive maintenance programs scheduling emergency service calls and ordering necessary supplies to maintain an efficient patient schedule.
Maintains a regulatory/compliance environment by following organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance to state local and federal standards and regulations.
Maintains log of patient data and stored images by entering correct patient demographic information and archiving studies to ensure complete and accurate records are maintained.
Performs diagnostic carotid arterials of upper and lower extremities and venous studies of upper and lower extremities on patients with suspected peripheral vascular disease by following ICAVL guidelines to ensure high-quality diagnostic studies are performed.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Prepares preliminary diagnostic reports by compiling relevant measurements and data to provide a summary report for physician review interpretation and signature.
Provides patient instructions and answers questions relating to scheduled procedures in order to properly educate and orient patients.
Recognizes and alerts physicians to abnormal studies by immediately contacting physicians to discuss and assist with appropriate next steps.
Sends diagnostic reports or study copies when required to ensure timely communication of patient data.
Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts. Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
Minimal Qualifications
Education
- Associate's degree with a concentration in vascular sonography required or
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Experience
- Experience post-graduation in vascular experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
- RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist Registered Vascular Technologist by ARDMS required and
- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
- Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /Hr.