Vascular Lab Technologist / SEIU - E

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description : 

GENERAL OVERVIEW

Performs and reports all required vascular ultrasound and clinical evaluations at a technical level as ordered by Physician.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conducts individualized patient assessment in accordance with ordered vascular procedure. Performs vascular testing utilizing testing/ultrasound equipment. Provides patient education regarding testing procedures and vascular disease process. (65%)

• Provides a preliminary interpretation of vascular testing completed. Determines and completes proper notification of the test result to the patient's physician and/or vascular physician. Maintains records in accordance with established guidelines and regulatory requirements. (25%)

• Participates in educational activities for patients and in-services for both external/internal personnel and the community. Attends meetings as required. (5%)

• Performs maintenance, tests accuracy/safety, and reports malfunctions of the vascular lab equipment. (5%)

• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum

Additional Employment Requirements:

• RVT certification or eligible (certification must be achieved within 12 months from date of hire)

• CPR – American Heart Association

• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate

• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

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