Job Summary

Perform peripheral vascular noninvasive testing inclusive of cerebral, venous and arterial systems to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Responsibilities

* Perform peripheral vascular testing inclusive of cerebral, venous and arterial systems. Assess the condition of inpatients and coordinate their transfer to and from testing procedures. Explain testing procedures to each patient and obtain a specific history. Perform inservices and act as an educational resource to staff personnel, medical education students and other health care professionals. Assist with maintaining technical competence of staff by assessing educational needs and recommending educational programs. Participate in collaboration with Medical Director in research for publication. Assist in development of policies, procedures and testing protocols. Evaluate the equipment needs of the department and make recommendations for purchases.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact) The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department's identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients. Competency Statement Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist. Common Duties and Responsibilities (Essential duties common to all positions) 1. Maintain and document all applicable required education. 2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations. 3. Comply with the company's attendance policy. 4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution. 5. Perform work in a cost effective manner. 6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations. 7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization. 8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable. 9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Education

* Formalized Training (Required) Education: Formalized Training - Diagnostic Ultrasound or Echo Experience: 1 Year of Vascular Ultrasound Experience Substitutions: 4 Years Vascular Lab OJT May Be Substituted For 2 Years Formalized Training

Credentials

* Registered Vascular Spec

* Registered Vascular Tech

* Basic Life Support (Required) Within 30 days of hireWithin 30 days of hire

Work Schedule: Varies

Status: Full Time Regular 1.0

Location: Heart & Vascular Center

Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston

Talent Acquisition Specialist: Lisa C. Skidmore lisa.skidmore@vandaliahealth.org