What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac-Vascular Sonographer position at Potomac Valley Hospital?
Performs
non-invasive imaging procedures of the Cardiac Graphics and/or Vascular
Laboratories in order to facilitate appropriate diagnosis and treatment of
patients.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2.
Program of study completed for
echocardiography and/or vascular laboratory.
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.
Registered
in ARDMS or CCI preferred
2.
Minimum experience of 1 year within a
certified echocardiography laboratory or vascular laboratory preferred.
3.
Obtain certification in Basic Life
Support within 30 days of hire date
4.
Preferred ACLS
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The
statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work
being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an
all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1.
To perform
all non-invasive imaging procedures in the Cardiac Graphics and/or Vascular
Laboratories in addition to proper billing of the procedures and prioritizing
patient scheduling.
2.
Coordinates
and prioritizes patient scheduling in order to insure procedure completion in
a timely fashion.
3.
Prior to
testing, obtains information for specific procedures to be performed, answer pertinent
questions to patients concerning procedures and are courteous to patients and
their families 100% of the time.
4.
Performs all
non-invasive imaging procedures within established guidelines and timeframes.
5.
Notifies
appropriate medical staff if images appear to variate from normal images as
appropriate.
6.
Documents
procedure performed within patient chart to inform the physician that the
test has been completed.
7.
Calculate and
measures cardiovascular structures from procedure data in order to aid the
physician in interpreting results and achieving a diagnosis.
8.
Maintains
orderliness and cleanliness of the equipment, procedure rooms and work areas
of the Cardiac Graphics and Vascular Laboratories.
9.
Completes
and compiles billing, insurance information, and accurate documentation
through EHR to ensure accurate procedure billing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical
demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
1.
Able to
stand for long periods of time.
2.
Ability to
sit for extended periods of time.
3.
Ability to
lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
4.
Hearing (aid
permitted) must be able to function without use of lip reading.
5.
Visual
acuity (corrected) keen for both distant and near objects/individuals (i.e.
ability to read small print)
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work
environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
1.
While performing
the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving
mechanical parts, airborne particles, body fluids, toxic or caustic
chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation. The noise level
in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment is clinical
by nature.
2.
3.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1.
Possesses
the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate,
negotiate, and resolve conflict.
2.
Motivation and
drive for continuous development of self.
3.
SCooperatively
interacts with the health care team to support and contribute to the shared
group goals.
Date Reviewed/Revised:
non-invasive imaging procedures of the Cardiac Graphics and/or Vascular
Laboratories in order to facilitate appropriate diagnosis and treatment of
patients.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.
High school diploma or equivalent.
2.
Program of study completed for
echocardiography and/or vascular laboratory.
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.
Registered
in ARDMS or CCI preferred
2.
Minimum experience of 1 year within a
certified echocardiography laboratory or vascular laboratory preferred.
3.
Obtain certification in Basic Life
Support within 30 days of hire date
4.
Preferred ACLS
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The
statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work
being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an
all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1.
To perform
all non-invasive imaging procedures in the Cardiac Graphics and/or Vascular
Laboratories in addition to proper billing of the procedures and prioritizing
patient scheduling.
2.
Coordinates
and prioritizes patient scheduling in order to insure procedure completion in
a timely fashion.
3.
Prior to
testing, obtains information for specific procedures to be performed, answer pertinent
questions to patients concerning procedures and are courteous to patients and
their families 100% of the time.
4.
Performs all
non-invasive imaging procedures within established guidelines and timeframes.
5.
Notifies
appropriate medical staff if images appear to variate from normal images as
appropriate.
6.
Documents
procedure performed within patient chart to inform the physician that the
test has been completed.
7.
Calculate and
measures cardiovascular structures from procedure data in order to aid the
physician in interpreting results and achieving a diagnosis.
8.
Maintains
orderliness and cleanliness of the equipment, procedure rooms and work areas
of the Cardiac Graphics and Vascular Laboratories.
9.
Completes
and compiles billing, insurance information, and accurate documentation
through EHR to ensure accurate procedure billing.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical
demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.
1.
Able to
stand for long periods of time.
2.
Ability to
sit for extended periods of time.
3.
Ability to
lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
4.
Hearing (aid
permitted) must be able to function without use of lip reading.
5.
Visual
acuity (corrected) keen for both distant and near objects/individuals (i.e.
ability to read small print)
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work
environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential functions.
1.
While performing
the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving
mechanical parts, airborne particles, body fluids, toxic or caustic
chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and risk of radiation. The noise level
in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment is clinical
by nature.
2.
3.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1.
Possesses
the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate,
negotiate, and resolve conflict.
2.
Motivation and
drive for continuous development of self.
3.
SCooperatively
interacts with the health care team to support and contribute to the shared
group goals.
Date Reviewed/Revised: