Description: Cardiocvascular Ultrasound or Vascular Ultrasound Technologist

Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist - Technician Job Purpose: Produces images of heart muscle, arteries, veins and functioning by setting-up ultrasound equipment; attaching electrodes to chest and equipment; operating and adjusting equipment; recording cardiovascular data and measurements; protecting and helping patients.

Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist - Technician Job Duties:

Prepares for examinations by checking equipment and inventorying and restocking supplies; reviewing patient schedules; reading physician orders for specific examinations; setting-up recording equipment; entering patient information into system.
Reduces patient anxieties by explaining procedures; answering questions; providing assistance to examination table or treadmill.
Prepares patients by positioning patient; spreading gels; adjusting equipment controls; verifying wave signals.
Obtains quality images by positioning and repositioning transducer; monitoring display screen; listening to signals; adjusting equipment for beam strength and focus; detecting artifacts that mimic abnormalities; recording images.
Records examination information by printing graphics and data; calculating measurements of heart wall, chamber size, and blood flow direction and velocity; comparing measurements to norms.
Assisted with setup of venous lab, obtaining consents from patients, mapping veins prior to procedure beginning and assisting with venous ablation and sclerotherapy as needed.
Protects patients by adhering to safety policies and protocols.
Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential; cautioning others regarding potential breaches.
Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
Accomplishes organization goals by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.

Skills/Qualifications: OR Logistics, Health Promotion and Maintenance, Medical Teamwork, Emotional Control, Professionalism, Verbal Communication, Performing Diagnostic Procedures, Use of Medical Technologies, Radiologic Technology, Bedside Manner, Creating a Safe, Effective Environment

Employee must show proof of certification or become certified within three (3) months of employment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

License/Certification:

BLS Certification (Preferred)
ARRT Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Carolina Heart & Leg Center

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