Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist I

Job Description Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve. Summary: Using cardiovascular imaging equipment and standards, the Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist prepares and performs non-invasive diagnostic procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data under close-to-moderate supervision. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes. Responsibilities: *Performs and reports results of non-invasive echocardiographic diagnostic procedures. *Ensures positive patient identification. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection control. *Reads, comprehends and transcribes imaging order, engaging with physician when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review. *Interviews patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety. *Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and the capabilities/limitations of both imaging hardware and specific imaging sequences. *Measure, evaluate and record gradients using pressure measurements recorded with Doppler ultrasound system. *Review and chart record of care into electronic medical records (EMR) systems. Other information: QUALIFICATIONS Required *Registered as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS, RDCS) through CCI or ARDMS. *Education or graduation from an accredited cardiovascular sonography program. *BLS certification *Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) tools Preferred *Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT, RVS) *Degree in Allied Health field *Experience with EPIC and CV-Synapse EMR tools

Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: Pardee Cardiology Brevard Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00 Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Day Job Location of Job: PARD PT Exempt From Overtime: Exempt:

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