Vascular Sonography Technologist - Per Diem

Description Summary : Coordinate and perform diagnostic

medical imaging procedures for the Department of Ultrasound,

assisting the Radiologist utilizing a variety of diagnostic

ultrasound equipment, both fixed or mobile. Responsibilities :

Perform a variety of high-quality ultrasound procedures including

all vascular studies under minimal supervision utilizing diagnostic

ultrasound imaging equipment. Documents calibration procedures for

individual imaging equipment. Coordinates, organizes, plans and

makes quick decisions on emergent cases; evaluates and acts to

maintain efficiency and maximize productivity. Assists the

Radiologist in performing invasive biopsy procedures using the

Ultrasound system to pinpoint exact anatomical location(s) of a

specified diseased area for specimen evaluation and diagnosis.

Perform all vascular ultrasound exams requested. Ensures that all

procedures are accurately charged and that all charges are turned

in at the end of the day for correct billing. Ensures that the

Ultrasound room is adequately supplied, check equipment and

computer status for readiness, reports any problems that could

change the workflow and make sure corrective actions are taken to

ensure of workflow continuity. Demonstrates competence to perform

assigned patient care responsibilities in a way that meets the

age-specific and developmental needs of persons served by the

department. Appropriately adapts assigned patient assessment to

accommodate the unique physical, psychosocial, cultural,

age-specific and other developmental needs of each person served.

Demonstrates adherence to the Core Values of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa

Health Care. Takes personal responsibility to ensure compliance

with all policies, procedures and standards as promulgated by state

and federal agencies, the hospital, and other regulatory entities.

Performs all duties in a manner that protects the confidentiality

of patients and does not solicit or disclose any confidential

information unless it is necessary in the performance of assigned

job duties. Demonstrates adherence to the CORE values of Santa Rosa

Health Care. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements :

Education / Skills Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiological

Sciences, Ultrasound Technology, or other accepted and approved

equivalent. Experience One (1) year of experience in a clinical

ultrasound setting is preferred. Prefer one (1) year of experience

performing the following exams : Carotid Arteries Upper Extremity

veins Lower Extremity veins Upper Extremity arteries Lower

Extremity arteries Abdominal Aorta Aortic Hepatic and Porta flow

systems PW or CW insonation of cerebral arteries transcranially,

and peripheral arteries. Knowledge of plethysmography for arterial

and venous circulation evaluation. Licenses, Registrations, or

Certifications Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) or Registered

Vascular Technologist (RVT) is required. Registration by the

credentialing bodies for Ultrasound Technologists is Required

American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS),

Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or American

Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ultrasound) is Required BLS is

required Work Schedule : 7AM - 7PM Work Type : Per Diem As

Needed