Registered Vascular Technologist - Safety Sensitive

Company: Conway Regional Heath System
Location: Conway
Posted on: June 18, 2022

Job Description:

The Registered Vascular Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of specialized technical tasks in Diagnostic Ultrasound. They will utilize high frequency sound waves to assist medical and professional personnel in detecting anatomical abnormalities while complying with Conway Regional Health System policies and procedures. Through documentation and oral communication, essential information is shared with professional/technical health care personnel. Will be responsible for verifying order, charging procedures, working knowledge of PACS system, transport of patients with all necessary paperwork completion.
SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION:
This position is a designated as Safety Sensitive Position under Act 593 of the State of Arkansas. An employee who is under the influence of Marijuana constitutes a threat to patients/customers which Conway Regional is responsible for in providing and supporting the delivery health care related services.
Vascular certification from a recognized accrediting body (Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).

Maintain the professional status Active registered member of such accrediting body fulfilling CME requirements.

Successful completion of American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers class prior to independence from the preceptor.

Previous computer experience.

Knowledge of Joint Commission and Arkansas Department of Health requirements preferred.

Aggression management training prior to completion of orientation.

Other education and experience may be substituted (if applicable) for the required minimum job qualifications with the approval of the Corporate Director of Human Resources.

Perform ultrasound exams in the areas of small parts, abdominal, and vascular as ordered by the physician.

Provide technical and nursing aide to the physician during the performance on an exam; assist physician with invasive procedure.

Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient work environment through complying with all policies and procedures.

Maintain the exam room with necessary and adequate supplies; effectively manage resources.

Maintain equipment upkeep with routine maintenance and reporting malfunctions to the manager; perform daily inspections of proper equipment operation.

Develop and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with other departments.

Perform assessments on patient of various ages and conditions, taking into consideration the physiological and physical needs of each patient.

Record and maintain all records pertaining to the ultrasound exam.

Meet or exceed customer needs in a caring, effective, and cost-effective manner.

Maintain levels of quality that meet or exceed customer expectations through process improvement and a team-oriented approach.

Assists in keeping the department clean and disinfected.

Maintains knowledge of National patient safety goals and promotes safe atmosphere for patient care within area of responsibility.

Communicate role in disaster plan, describes role in utilities failures, disposes of bio-hazardous waste appropriately, follows security policies and procedures, identifies hazardous substances in work area, identifies safety concerns and reports to appropriate person, locates fire extinguishers in area, locates material safety data sheets for department, reports equipment failures to appropriate area.

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by management.

ID: 2022-4657
Street: 2302 College Ave, Suite 302
Shift: Monday through Friday Daytime
Department Code: 1.9825 CRMC Cardiovascular Clinic

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