Job Description:
This position performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis.
This position performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identification of abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis.
Physical Requirements:
Job Details
- Department Location: Utah Valley Hospital
- Job Profiles: Registry Echo/Vascular Technician I
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: PRN or as needed
- Shift: Hours and shifts will vary depending on need
Job Essentials
- Competency; Must demonstrate technical competence for performance protocols specific to the department.
- Prioritizes and schedules exams. Coordinates exams with medical staff, physician offices, other caregivers and patients.
- Prepares for the exam by following patient identification processes, educating patient and family on procedure, and transporting the patient. Performs ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner. Ensures patient safety and comfort and achieves quality outcomes.
- Mentor caregivers and students on basic equipment use and procedural technique.
- After the exam, the patient returns to the room and ensures the patient’s stability and safety.
- Throughout the process, identifies patient needs and appropriately communicates and coordinates patient care with physicians, other caregivers, patients, and family.
- Appropriate documents, exam results and other needed information. Accurately charges for exams and supplies.
- Cleans and maintains equipment and work area and stocks supplies. Follow appropriate channels to coordinate repair or supply needs. Supports 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 caregivers, fellows, and students as appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
- ARDMS, ARRT or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
- -and-
- One of the three of the following national registry credentials through ARDMS, ARRT or CCI as applicable to the department. Multiple registries are available within each specialty.
- Medical sonography
- Vascular technology
- Adult echo
- Adult congenital echo
- Pediatric echo
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
Location:
Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital
Work City:
Provo
Work State:
Utah
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.
$37.46 - $57.80
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