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Performs advanced Vascular Ultrasound procedures in order to facilitate appropriate diagnosis and treatment of patients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Graduate of a Ultrasound Program and must obtain Certification in Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) within one year of hire date. OR High school graduate or equivalent and currently Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1.Performs advanced non-invasive imaging procedures for Vascular Laboratories.
2. Performs proper billing of procedures and prioritize patient scheduling.
3. Coordinates and prioritizes patient scheduling in order to insure procedure completion in a timely fashion.
4. Prior to testing, obtains information for specific procedures to be performed, answer pertinent questions to patients concerning procedures and are courteous to patients and their families 100% of the time.
5. Performs all non-invasive imaging procedures within established guidelines and timeframes.
6. Notifies appropriate medical staff if there are significant abnormal findings.
7. Documents procedure performed within patient chart to inform the physician that the test has been completed.
8. Calculates and measures vascular structures from procedure data in order to aid the physician in interpreting results and achieving a diagnosis.
9. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the equipment, procedure rooms and work areas of the Vascular Laboratories.
10. Completes accurate documentation through EPIC to ensure proper billing.
11. Maintains the confidentiality of the patient and unit information, without infraction, as monitored by supervision.
12. Supports the development of the Vascular Sonographer I by providing ongoing feedback regarding their performance.
13. Participates in education and in-service opportunities in order to maintain and enhance knowledge.
14. Acts as a preceptor by on-boarding new sonographers with department orientation, in-service and education.
15. Provides preliminary report on study performed in a timely manner. Reviews preliminary report with physician.
16. Follows and implement Vascular protocols and policies.
17. Participates in the training of vascular ultrasound techniques and procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
2. Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
3. Hearing (aid permitted) - must be able to function without use of lip reading.
4. Visual acuity (corrected) - keen for both distant and near objects/individuals (i.e. ability to read small print).
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.
2. Motivation and drive for continuous development of self.
3. Cooperatively interact with the health care team to support and contribute to the shared group goals.
Additional Job Description:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company:
WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.
Cost Center:
137 WH Peripheral Vascular Lab
Address:
1 Medical Park Drive
Wheeling
West Virginia
Performs advanced Vascular Ultrasound procedures in order to facilitate appropriate diagnosis and treatment of patients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, EXPERIENCE, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Graduate of a Ultrasound Program and must obtain Certification in Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) within one year of hire date. OR High school graduate or equivalent and currently Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1.Performs advanced non-invasive imaging procedures for Vascular Laboratories.
2. Performs proper billing of procedures and prioritize patient scheduling.
3. Coordinates and prioritizes patient scheduling in order to insure procedure completion in a timely fashion.
4. Prior to testing, obtains information for specific procedures to be performed, answer pertinent questions to patients concerning procedures and are courteous to patients and their families 100% of the time.
5. Performs all non-invasive imaging procedures within established guidelines and timeframes.
6. Notifies appropriate medical staff if there are significant abnormal findings.
7. Documents procedure performed within patient chart to inform the physician that the test has been completed.
8. Calculates and measures vascular structures from procedure data in order to aid the physician in interpreting results and achieving a diagnosis.
9. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the equipment, procedure rooms and work areas of the Vascular Laboratories.
10. Completes accurate documentation through EPIC to ensure proper billing.
11. Maintains the confidentiality of the patient and unit information, without infraction, as monitored by supervision.
12. Supports the development of the Vascular Sonographer I by providing ongoing feedback regarding their performance.
13. Participates in education and in-service opportunities in order to maintain and enhance knowledge.
14. Acts as a preceptor by on-boarding new sonographers with department orientation, in-service and education.
15. Provides preliminary report on study performed in a timely manner. Reviews preliminary report with physician.
16. Follows and implement Vascular protocols and policies.
17. Participates in the training of vascular ultrasound techniques and procedures.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
2. Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
3. Hearing (aid permitted) - must be able to function without use of lip reading.
4. Visual acuity (corrected) - keen for both distant and near objects/individuals (i.e. ability to read small print).
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1. Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.
2. Motivation and drive for continuous development of self.
3. Cooperatively interact with the health care team to support and contribute to the shared group goals.
Additional Job Description:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company:
WH Wheeling Hospital Inc.
Cost Center:
137 WH Peripheral Vascular Lab
Address:
1 Medical Park Drive
Wheeling
West Virginia
