Summary:
The Registered Vascular Ultrasound Tech primarily specializes in the utilization of cardio vascular ultrasound equipment as necessary, and performs echocardiography and arterial vascular examinations under the direction of a cardiologist.
Responsibilities:
Conducts a basic history and physical prior to the patient's non-invasive evaluation, to ensure there is a proper indication to perform any examinationEnters patient information into the demographic screen on each ultrasound machine and in to the reporting software. Accurately bills examinations and completes charge sheets appropriatelyPerforms non-invasive diagnostic vascular examinations in an out-patient setting, including peripheral arterial, peripheral venous, dialysis access, cerebrovascular, intracranial cerebrovascular, abdominal arterial, and abdominal venous evaluationsPerforms all examinations in accordance with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) standards and department protocolsPerforms same day and emergent add-ons as required, compares evaluation to previous evaluations as necessary, interprets the findings of each exam and is able to accurately report the findings in a preliminary report format in a timely manner upon completion of the study, ensures that all referring providers are notified with findings for all same day emergent add-onsInterprets evaluations and provides a preliminary report following completion of evaluation, and compares evaluation to previous evaluations as necessaryServes as a liaison between patients, interpreting physicians and referring providers; explains testing procedures to patient, and ensures that emergent exam results are relayed promptly to the appropriate physicianPerforms related duties as requiredQualifications/Requirements:Experience: Two years’ technical experience in vascular technology required and four to five years of experience in the field preferred.
Education: Graduation from an accredited school of cardiovascular technology with a degree or certification in an allied health field.
Licenses / Certifications: Certified in Vascular Technology by an approved course of study. Must be a RVT – Registered Vascular Technologist.
Other: N/A
Special Requirements: N/A
About Us:
Bon Secours Charity Medical Group
Bon Secours Charity Medical Group, part of Bon Secours Charity Health Systems (BSCHS), a regional network of more than 120 primary care physicians and specialists from a broad array of medical specialties. BSCHS, a member of WMCHealth Network, includes Good Samaritan Hospital in Suffern, NY, Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, NY and St. Anthony Community Hospital in Warwick, NY.
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