Dual Modality Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer Technologist

Position Summary:

Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in the following specialties: Vascular Technology, Adult Echocardiography, for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician.

Position Qualification:

Education

Degree / Diploma Type Program Required/Preferred (and/or)

Certificate Healthcare

Experience

Years of Experience Type of Experience Required/Preferred (and/or)

3 to 6 months Healthcare/Medical - Allied Health

• Has detailed knowledge of three dimensional spatial and cross-sectional anatomy and of common physiological and pathological processes.
• Understands the physics of diagnostic ultrasound.
• Assists physicians in biopsies and other invasive procedures.
• Performs and assists with quality control procedures and maintains appropriate records.

Years of Experience can be related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure, Certification, Registration

RDCS

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sononographer

RVT or RVS

Registered Vascular Technologist OR Registered Vascular Specialist

BLS

Basic Life Support

Driver's License

Valid TN Driver's License

Comments

RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer), AND RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) OR RVS Registered Vascular Specialist, maintain active registry status by obtaining 30 CME's every three years and required to obtain registry status within 12 months of eligibility.

Valid TN Driver's License

Language Skills

Skill and Description

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret medical/business periodicals, professional journals. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, etc.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts, such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Skills and Abilities

Ability to demonstrate bimanual dexterity

Ability to demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience to operate all biopsy equipment

Ability to problem solve

Equipment

Diagnostic ultrasound equipment

Automobile - car, truck or van