Registered Vascular Sonographer Job in San Antonio 78229, Texas Us
Job Purpose:
Aids physicians in diagnosis of vascular disorders by conducting vascular ultrasound examinations for evidence of peripheral vascular and carotid artery disease; maintaining equipment; recording test results.
We are seeking a Registered Vascular Sonographer for a busy Cardiology Practice.
The candidate must be certified through RDMS or CCI with at least 2 years experience and able to work independently. General and Echo experience is a plus.
Coverage is needed 8:30am to 5:30 pm every Friday and to cover scheduled vacations.
Compensation is based on experience.
If you are a confident, and self motivated individual with a strong desire for exemplary patient care
Duties:
* Registers patients by confirming patient identification; reviewing consultation requests; checking for special instructions; consulting with physicians.
* Comforts patients and their families by answering questions; responding to requests; explaining equipment and testing procedures.
* Prepares patients for examination by helping patient in assuming physical position for examination; applying gels to the part of body being examined.
* Prepares equipment for procedure by selecting transducer; adjusting equipment controls according to area to be examined, depth of field, and other specifications of test protocols.
* Maintains record of test by keying test data and patient information into computer of ultrasound equipment.
* Monitors quality of ultrasonic pattern produced by moving transducer, by hand, over specified area of body; observing sound waves on display screen.
* Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings of vascular system by producing images of internal organs; recording diagnostic data on magnetic tape, computer disk, strip printout, or film.
* Obtains permanent record of internal examination by photographing images of organs shown on display module; removing strip printout from equipment.
* Provides information by maintaining records of ultrasound examinations performed and findings.
* Maintains ultrasound equipment and supplies by cleaning and adjusting equipment; troubleshooting problems; performing preventive maintenance; reporting equipment malfunctions; arranging for repairs; maintaining supply inventory levels; completing and placing supply requisitions; restocking supply storeroom.
* Maintains quality results by following standards and procedures; recommending improvements.
* Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing, following, and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations; complying with Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) requirements.
* Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications; maintaining personal networks; participating in professional organizations.
* Enhances healthcare organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
Skills/Qualifications:
The candidate must be certified through RDMS or CCI with at least 2 years experience and able to work independently. General and Echo experience is a plus.
Clinical Research, Clinical Skills, Hospital Environment, Analyzing Information, Informing Others, Verbal Communication, Attention to Detail, Professionalism, Thoroughness, Time Management, Use of Medical Technologies