Vascular Technologist - RVT or RVS - System PRN

Job Category

Allied Health

Work Shift/Schedule

Varies

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the role

Job summary

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS • Licensure or other certifications

• Certificate in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RVT or RVS) in field of Vascular. BLS Certification
• Educational
• Requirements: High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum
• Experience: 3 years of Vascular experience
• Other:

PREFERRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS • Preferred Licensure or other certifications

• Preferred
• Educational
• Requirements: Associates Degree
• Preferred
• Experience:
• Other:

• Job specific and unique knowledge, skills and abilities
• Advanced technical Skill Masters all Visceral Testing. Renal, Mesenteric, Hemo, Vein Mapping Upper and Lower, Allens Test
• Knowledge of methods, techniques and operating principles involved in the operation of various ultrasound equipment.
• Ability to perform with proficiency the skills and procedures designated.
• Good interpersonal skills
• Intermediate computer skills
• Ability to perform with proficiency the skills and procedures designated.

• Essential tasks and responsibilities
• Performs initial and ongoing assessment of the patient while in vascular department.
• Communicates and documents the assessment findings and reports changes in patient’s condition to the appropriate Physician.
• Meets productivity standards defined by the department.
• Prioritizes work load by addressing acute needs first.
• Participates in the evaluation of tests by creating the appropriate reports and records as a result of the diagnostic procedure.
• Participates in the initial interpretation of non-invasive vascular studies and submits to reading Physician.
• Accurately inputs data in computer to charge/credit patient generated charges. Documents any pertinent patient information for reading physician to evaluate.
• Participates in performance improvement activities as assigned.
• Maintains records for IAC accreditation requirements.
• Communicates any pertinent patient information to appropriate Physician/Nurse.
• Reports any problems to department Supervisor immediately.
• Assures patient comfort pre-, intra-, and post- procedure. Assist patient with ambulation and positioning as needed.
• Maintains supplies clean patient rooms.
• Ensures that equipment is clean and working properly.
• Ensure all charting and images are completed correctly for physician reads
• Serves as Lead Technologist
• Serves as Preceptor

PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Weight Lifted

• Up to 100 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
• Weight
• Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Occasionally 0-30% of time
• Vision: Heavy, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%
• Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65%
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%
• Intensity of
• Work: Occasionally 0-30%
• Job
• Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

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