Job Title: Echo/Vascular Technologist
Profession: Tech
Specialty: Echo/Vascular
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 1+ years
License: Required Certifications & Licensure: ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac sonography; or ARDMS or CCI certification in vascular sonography.
Certifications: Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
Must-Have: Focused on adult transthoracic ultrasound with experience using contrast agents and bubble echo.
Description:
Prioritizes and schedules exams.
Coordinates exams with medical staff, physician offices, other staff, and patients.
Prepares for the exam by following patient identification processes, educating the patient and family on the procedure, and transporting the patient.
Performs ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner.
Appropriately uses equipment, ensures patient safety and comfort, and achieves quality outcomes.
After the exam, returns the patient to the room and ensures patient stability and safety.
Throughout the process, identifies patient needs and appropriately communicates and coordinates patient care with physicians, other staff, patients, and families.
Documents exam results and other needed information accurately.
Charges for exams and supplies appropriately.
Cleans and maintains equipment and work areas and stocks supplies.
Follows appropriate channels to coordinate repair or supply needs.
Supports the team and quality improvement processes and initiatives.
Participates in educational opportunities to ensure clinical competence and develop additional skills and knowledge.
Provides education for other staff members, fellows, and students as appropriate.