Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community.

USA Health is changing how medical care, education and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists and researchers provide the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall wellbeing of our community.

Responsibilities

Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization’s values; adheres to hospital policies including confidentiality; demonstrates CPR according to American Heart Association standards; performs two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and Doppler flow analyses of cardiac and vascular structures using ultrasound equipment to include echocardiography, transesophageal echocardiography, fetal echocardiography, intraoperative TEE, carotid duplex scan, peripheral arterial exam, peripheral venous exam, trancranial doppler, deep and superficial venous exams, segmented pressures, pulse volume recordings, reactive hypernemic, exercise stress, photoplethysmography, ankle-brachial indices, intraoperative vascular ultrasound; obtains and records appropriate velocities and calculates measurements according to procedure protocols; obtains appropriate 2-D measurements using equipment measurement tools; uses independent judgment in recognizing the need to extend the scope of te procedure according to diagnostic findings; provides accurate preliminary reports to physicians on all vascular studies per department protocols; provides thorough documentation of all procedures performed including procedure worksheets, patient demographics, and various log books; accesses the Clinical Information System using a PC; performs GXT in conjunction with lower extremity arterial exam and EKG in conjunction with special procedures; assists the RN and physician in preparation and discharge of patients having special procedures; participates in departmental research projects, quality monitoring and statistical information as assigned; cleans and monitors equipment, and reports equipment failure/problems to supervisor; maintains a clean and orderly work area; accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict; cooperates, helps others and improves the performance of the unit; completes all mandatory unit, educational and hospital requirements; utilizes cost effective practices in performing all aspects of the job; adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards; performs cleaning, inventory control, stocking of equipment and supplies; demonstrates the ability to provide competent patient care to the following patient populations: Neonate, Infant-Toddler/Preschool, School Age/Adolescent, Reproductive Age, Post/Peri Menopausal; communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and healthcare team in person and via telephone; responds to overhead pages and digital pages; responds to electronic message system while on duty; accesses and accurately maintains electronic and paper medical records; participates on committees as assigned; participates in Performance Improvement activities as assigned; regular and prompt attendance; ability to work schedule as defined and overtime and call as required; related duties as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an approved cardiac or vascular ultrasound training program from an accredited institution, or two years of cardiac or vascular ultrasound experience. RDCS and RVT registered with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or RCS and RVS registered with Cardiovascular Credentialing International is required.