Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist I - Brevard, United States - UNC Health Care
Description
Job Description
Description
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Summary:
Using cardiovascular imaging equipment and standards, the Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist prepares and performs non-invasive diagnostic procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data under close-to-moderate supervision. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes.
Responsibilities:
* Performs and reports results of non-invasive echocardiographic diagnostic procedures.
* Ensures positive patient identification. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection control.
* Reads, comprehends and transcribes imaging order, engaging with physician when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review.
* Interviews patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety.
* Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and the capabilities/limitations of both imaging hardware and specific imaging sequences.
* Measure, evaluate and record gradients using pressure measurements recorded with Doppler ultrasound system.
* Review and chart record of care into electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
Other information:
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
* Registered as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS, RDCS) through CCI or ARDMS.
* Education or graduation from an accredited cardiovascular sonography program.
* BLS certification
* Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) tools
Preferred
* Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT, RVS)
* Degree in Allied Health field
* Experience with EPIC and CV-Synapse EMR tools
Job Details
Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC
Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care
Organization Unit: Pardee Cardiology Brevard
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Day Job
Location of Job: PARD PT
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No