Vascular Technologist - White Plains, United States - White Plains Hospital

    White Plains Hospital
    White Plains Hospital White Plains, United States

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    White Plains Hospital Job Description

    Title: Vascular TechnologistOutpatient Job Code: 500329

    Department/Location: Heart and Vascular FLSA Status: Non Exempt

    Reports to: Director, Vascular Ultrasound

    Services

    Position Summary:
    • Works under the direct supervision of the Vascular Ultrasound Services Director and /or designee.
    • Performs routine vascular ultrasound and physiologic testing and some special procedure imaging using ultrasound guidance per menu of services*.
    • Prepares patient for procedures.
    • Assists vascular surgeons when needed.
    • Prepares, operates and cares for the equipment being used. Processes films or prints CDs when needed.
    • Adheres to established Vascular Lab Standards of Care/Code of Conduct.
    • Assumes responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to hospital wide customer service programs.
    • Performs other duties as assigned, such as quality assurance.
    • Exercises professional judgment in performance of procedures.
    Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the Following:

    1. Prepares and positions patients correctly for specific examinations, observing different and special requirements for each protocol including proper documentation on images and required body part questionnaires
    2. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures and produces quality technical images, reviewing completed exams for quality, completeness for the type of test ordered
    3. Assists physicians during procedures as necessary
    4. Performs equipment quality assurance and calibrations as needed
    5. Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the department or hospital. May be required to work in case of emergencies or when situations arise in the department. May take call, work holiday, overtime and/or day, evening and overnight shift coverage to help maintain adequate and safe coverage for the department
    6. Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment and accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to Bio Med or supervisor.
    7. Processes images, or prints CD's if needed
    8. Performs routine office duties, such as answering phones, checking previous reports/films, documents information on patients' request, hospital RIS and PACs digital x-ray system and Medstreaming
    9. Notifies transport when patients are ready to be picked up or returned to floors
    10. Shows vascular surgeon images and calls reports to the attending physician and documents communications if necessary (preliminary findings)
    11. May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor
    12. Will treat all people/staff in a professional and courteous manner, upholding the hospitals behavioral standards.
    13. Introduces self and educates each patient or family member regarding the examination that is ordered.
    14. Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care, based on age, physical and psychosocial needs of different patient populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent, adults and geriatric groups
    15. Performs other related duties as required, attends staff meetings and in-services
    16. Orders supplies
    17. Coordinates daily patient flow and departmental tasks
    18. Performs all other related duties as assigned
    Education & Experience Requirements:
    • Certification: ARDMS** (RVT) or CCI*** (RVS) credential required.
    • 6 months verifiable experience required.
    • Must meet continuing education requirements to maintain certification.
    Core Competencies:
    • Must be able to speak, write, understand and communicate the English language.
    • Retain composure under stress
    • Teamwork & Adaptability
    • Acts as a Professional Role Model
    • Assessment Skills
    • Excellent Communication Skills (both verbal and written)
    • Attention to Detail
    • Planning & Organizing
    • Sound Problem-Solving, Judgment and Decision-Making Skills
    • Stress Tolerance
    Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment:
    • Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of the time
    • The person in this position needs to occasionally move about the department to access
    • patients and paperwork.
    • Daily operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
    • The person in this position frequently communicates with patients who have questions about their bills/financial obligations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
    • Must be able to observe and inspect employees and patients in the department.
    • Frequently move and position patients for exams
    • May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet) data base and may be accessed through the hospital's Intranet site (Employee switchboard, saved on a disc.
    Primary Population Served:

    Neonatal (birth - 28 days)

    • Patients with exceptional communication

    needs

    • Infant (29 days - less than 1 year)

    • Patients with developmental delays

    • Pediatric years)

    • Patients at end of life

    • Adolescent years)

    • Patients under isolation precautions

    • Adult years)

    • Patients with cultural needs

    • Geriatric (> 65 years) X All populations

    • All populations

    • Bariatric Patients with weight related

    comorbidities

    • Non-patient care population

    The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may

    change as determined by the needs of White Plains Hospital.

    *See Scope of Practice for specific menu of services

    **American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography )

    ***Cardiovascular Credentialing International (https://cci-)