Vascular Technologist

POSITION SUMMARY

Conducts vascular ultrasound, examinations to locate, evaluate, and record pertinent anatomical,

Conducts vascular ultrasound, examinations to locate, evaluate, and record pertinent anatomical, pathological, and functional data. Reviews results for quality and completeness, refers to physician for evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment. Registry with ARDMS as a Vascular Technologist, or registry eligible.

The following job description covers the most significant duties performed, but does not exclude other work assignments not mentioned

• Explains process to patient, and instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination.

Responds to patient's concerns and questions.

• Demonstrates appropriate assessment skills prior to performing the ultrasound procedure and notifies the Radiologist, when appropriate:
• Patient identification
• Clinical condition (i.e., pregnant, isolation, risk to fall, etc.)
• Special needs (i.e., blind, hard of hearing, limited English speaking)
• Correct patient position to obtain the proper view of affected area.
• Patient’s understanding of process
• Obtains informed consent, when appropriate
• Completes worksheet appropriately for all exams.
• Performs Ultrasound procedures as prescribed by a Physician.
• Seeks clarification when test request is not clear with the department head and/or physician before tests are administered.

• Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
• Selects correct technical factors to obtain optimal film diagnostics.
• Assists Radiologist during interventional procedures.
• Performs Ultrasound Operating Room procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of Vascular Exams and visualization under Ultrasound.
• Able to accurately identify anatomy and pathology.
• Operates equipment to perform Ultrasound procedures.
• Safely operates and troubleshoots equipment in accordance with department standards.
• Performs Quality Control and Quality Assurance procedures for equipment to ensure proper function.
• Notifies supervisor when maintenance is required for ultrasound equipment.
• Accurately performs image capture using digital US equipment.
• Correctly utilizes the PACS system to send images for interpretation and long term storage.
• Links and associates studies per the departmental policy and procedure.
• Utilizes image scanner for prior studies and create CD's as needed for patients.
• Uses correct identifiers for patient studies and matches images to patient demographics.
• Performs appropriate patient tracking in radiology and hospital information system as well as chart entries (trip ticket, education form, patient and or progress notes, patient history, consent, procedure and contract information).

• Safely transports patients to and from Imaging Services.
• Documents performance of ultrasound procedures in accordance with department policies.
• Image Management
• Processes film digitally, and
• Follows procedures to label and store images and film.

Assists with general clerical duties, phones, scheduling, appointments, patient registration and processing.

Greets customers in courteous, friendly, respectful and professional manner at all times, including maintaining eye contact when appropriate.

Follows communication protocols to both internal and external customers, including introducing him/herself with job title and experience, asking open ended questions, such as "How may I be of help to you?" using the customer’s name as soon as it is learned.

Responds promptly and appropriately to customer questions/concerns/complaints and attempts immediate resolution.

• Keeps customer’s information confidential, including public places such as elevators or the cafeteria.
• Provides assistance and offers help immediately, including finding someone else to meet the request, if unable to do so him/herself. Introduce other staff to customers when a hand-off occurs and explain that the person will provide excellent service.
• Demonstrates commitment to excellent service recovery when a customer’s expectations have not been met.

• Offers assistance to colleagues and other departments when needed.
• Takes…