Ultraso-Echo/Vascular

Summary

SRHS Mission

Provide excellence in health

SRHS Behavioral Standards

Excellence Providing consistent and compassionate service

Stewardship Taking ownership and pride in our organization through appropriate and respectful use of resources.

Teamwork Engaged associates positively working together for a common goal

Accountabilit y Taking responsibility by upholding the organization’s mission and values

Integrity Doing the right thing, ALWAYS

Respect Being positive, courteous, honest and appreciative in all interactions

Position Summary

The Ultrasonographer-Echo/Vascular Tech performs a variety of specialized technical tasks utilizing high frequency ultrasound waves to assist with the detection of anatomical abnormalities

Minimum Requirements

Education

Graduate of accredited two-year Allied Health/Nursing Degree or Bachelor of Science degree and/or successful completion of a recognized and accredited program in Ultrasound Technology. Sufficient education/training is required to acquire ARDMS, CCI or RCDS certification in cardiac ultrasound and RVT in vascular ultrasound

Experience

1-2 years’experience as a cardiac sonographer with additional experience doing vascular exams

License/Registration/Certifications

Currently Registered RDCS and RVT BLS Certification

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

N/A

Preferred Experience

N/A

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Core Job Responsibilities

Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves and demonstrate proficiency by performing routine and emergency echocardiograms, including but not limited to 2-dimensional, 3- dimensional, Doppler, and Stress Echocardiogram, as requested by physician and in accordance with standard practices. Perform vascular ultrasound procedures including 2D and color Doppler imaging and procedures as required maintaining patient records and documentation. Positively responds and implements change when needed and has good decision-making skills. Assists with quality control and maintenance of all equipment in the area Properly utilize accessory equipment such as transducers, cleaning systems, warmers, scanners, printers, and PACS workstations Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the cardiologist/radiologist. Evaluate quality of exams. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated and discuss with physician. Assists in training of new staff and of students during clinical rotations

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