What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vascular Ultrasound Technician - Contingent - Afternoons/Rotating - Wyandotte Ho position at Henry Ford Health System?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under direct supervision, performs non-invasive vascular testing utilizing a variety of ultrasonic and plethysmographic equipment to obtain diagnostic images and blood flow data.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates ultrasonic and plethysmographic equipment to obtain diagnostic images and blood flow data following established protocols.
- Manually controls the equipment to obtain proper information from the area of the body being studied.
- Ability to decipher normal from abnormal pathology in order to obtain appropriate tests and
- to show the abnormality in its entirety.
- Reviews clinical data from the medical record and a brief patient history and physical assessment to ensure that the appropriate test is performed.
- Completes a work sheet on each patient and record and initial impression to aid in diagnosis. Reviews study with the physician, clarifies any discrepancies and performs additional testing if necessary.
- Help coordinate OPD & IPD patient scheduling. Establish good rapport with the patient, ensuring his/her cooperation.
- Assures patient comfort with positioning, pain medications, etc.
- Maintain a safe environment for the patient with stretchers, side rails, oxygen, therapy, IV therapy etc. Maintains clean and neat work area and ensures proper supplies are available for use.
- Prepares exam room for the patient and regularly restocks with linen and other required supplies.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- A minimum of one year experience working in a vascular laboratory/diagnostic facility is required.
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
- National Accreditation as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) required. Students that have trained in the Vascular Lab can be hired but must become RVT within six months or their position will be eliminated.
- RVS certification (Registered Vascular Sonographer) through CCI.
Henry Ford Health is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Our Cardiology Departments have state-of-the-art facility equipped with the latest technology to diagnose and treat heart conditions.
Please contact me at 313-410-4699 or https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/JohnPoma@henryfordhealthsystem.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/
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