Highlights
or RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer), or RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) RVS Registered Vascular Specialist, depending on what specialty; maintain active registry status by obtaining 30 CME's every three years and required to obtain registry status within 12 months of eligibility. Position Summary: Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in one or more of the following specialties: Abdomen/Small Parts, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Vascular Technology, Adult Echocardiography, Pediatric Echocardiography, and Neurosonography for subsequent evaluation and treatment by the attending physician.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Knoxville, TN |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 5,000 to 9,999 employees |
| Website | https://www.utmedicalcenter.org/ |
Description
Position Summary:
Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures in one or more of the following specialties: Abdomen/Small Parts, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Vascular Technology, Adult Echocardiography, Pediatric Echocardiography, and Neurosonography 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
RDMS
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer
BLS
Basic Life Support
Driver's License
Valid TN Driver's License
Comments
or RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer), or RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) RVS Registered Vascular Specialist, depending on what specialty; 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
Skill and Description
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 and Description
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.
About Company
Located in Knoxville, Tennessee, The University of Tennessee Medical Center, has a rich history in the East Tennessee community of providing patient-centered care and remaining at the forefront of research, technology and treatments. UT Medical Center attributes its well-respected standing within the community to the exceptional people that dedicate themselves to patient care excellence. The hospital serves as a referral center for Eastern Tennessee, Southeastern Kentucky and Western North Carolina. It is the region’s academic medical center, Magnet® recognized hospital and Level I Trauma Center.