PRN-Vascular Tech Reg

Location Spartanburg, SC
Facility Spartanburg Medical Center
Department Non Invasive Vasc Lab
Schedule - Shift - Hours Per Diem - Varied Shifts - Varied/No nights
Job Category Clinical Technicians
Salary Job Grade 026
Req #: 61769

Summary

Position Summary

Performs technical functions relating to the preparation and performance of diagnostic peripheral vascular studies and neurovascular studies. Assists with quality assurance and control standards. Maintains expendable supply inventory. Participates in after-hours procedures as required

Minimum Requirements

Education

High School

Experience

Zero – Three years

License/Registration/Certifications

BLS Certification
RVT- Active Membership in American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
RVS Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

Associate degree

Preferred Experience

Four – Seven Years

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

BLS Certification
RVT- Active Membership in American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
RVS Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Core Job Responsibilities

Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. Assist physicians with pseudoaneurysm closures and OR procedures.
Perform ultrasound procedures, color doppler vascular examinations, visceral vascular studies and color-flow ultrasound as required maintaining patient records and documentation.
Positively responds and implements change when needed and has good decision-making skills.
Assists with quality control and maintenance of all equipment in the area
Properly utilize accessory equipment such as transducers, cleaning systems, warmers, scanners, printers, and PACS workstations
Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide a written summary of preliminary findings to the vascular reader. Evaluate quality of exams. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated and discuss with physician.
Assists in training of new staff and of students during clinical rotations
Follows, maintains and helps implement hospital and departmental policies and procedures
Consistently communicates with patients, guests, staff and physicians in a positive manner
Knowledgeable of compliance and regulatory requirements and adheres to Federal, State, accrediting bodies, and standard practice of care for patients, staff, guests and facilities
Adheres to departmental procedures and protocols
Rotating call for after hours and weekends
Works as a team member with peers and other departments. Responds calmly and efficiently to situations.
Regularly attend departmental meeting, in-services and actively participate in continuing education activities
Other duties as requested by supervisor or manager
May be assigned to cover additional shifts as required to meet departmental needs

Additional Information

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System (SRHS) offers a full spectrum of services through six hospital campuses: Spartanburg Medical Center, Spartanburg Medical Center — Mary Black Campus, Pelham Medical Center, Cherokee Medical Center, Spartanburg Hospital for Restorative Care and Union Medical Center. SRHS also includes Ellen Sagar Nursing Center and Woodruff Manor. SRHS provides unparalleled cancer care through Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute, with locations in Spartanburg, Greer, Union and Gaffney. The multidisciplinary Medical Group of the Carolinas has more than 600 physicians across Upstate South Carolina and western North Carolina. SRHS employs more than 9,000 associates and offers outpatient surgery centers and a Level I Trauma Center.

Founded on Aug. 29, 1921, as Spartanburg General Hospital, Spartanburg Regional celebrates over 100 years of excellence.