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Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist III (Echo / Vasc)
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What they do
A Cardiovascular Technician or Technologist uses imaging technology and other procedures to diagnose cardiac (heart) and vascular (blood vessel) problems in patients. Works closely with cardiologists and medical sonographers. Works in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
$62,076 / year median in North Carolina
+11% projected growth
Job Description
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Summary:
Using cardiovascular imaging equipment and standards, the Non-Invasive Cardiovascular Technologist prepares and performs non-invasive diagnostic procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes. As an experienced imaging technologist, this team member will work under minimal supervision and exercise independent judgment in the performance of their role.Responsibilities:
- Performs and reports results of non-invasive peripheral vascular or echocardiographic diagnostic procedures.
- Ensures positive patient identification. Promotes a safe, clean and secure hospital environment for all, including the application of standard precautions and principles of infection control.
- Reads, comprehends and transcribes imaging order, engaging with physician when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review.
- Interviews patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety.
- Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and the capabilities/limitations of both imaging hardware and specific imaging sequences.
- Measure, evaluate and record gradients using pressure measurements recorded with Doppler ultrasound system.
- Review and chart record of care into electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
- Precepts entry-level staff and orients new colleagues as assigned.
Other information:
Required- Five (5) years of experience performing cardiovascular imaging.
- Dual registered as Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS, RDCS) and Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT, RVS) through CCI or ARDMS
- Education or graduation from an accredited cardiovascular sonography program.
- BLS certification
- Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) tools Preferred
- Degree in Allied Health field
- Experience with EPIC and CV-Synapse EMR tools