Echo/Vascular Technologist

Millennium Physician Group•Avon Park, FL

45d

About The Position

This position is PRN, working hours or shifts as needed!! Dual registered Echo/ Vascular Technologist under general supervision according to established policies and procedures, performs routine and complex echocardiography and vascular duplex ultrasound examinations and performs and provides preliminary interpretation of studies performed. Examinations performed may include, but are not limited to, trans-thoracic, stress and contrast echocardiograms (utilizing commercially prepared contrast agents), peripheral venous and arterial exams, extra cranial cerbrovascular exams, visceral vascular and/or renal vascular exams.

Responsibilities

Performs high-quality echocardiograms and Vascular procedures with associated measurements and calculations as established by the Medical Director.
Evaluates abnormal pathology and notifies physician of any life-threatening or relevant test data and/or condition.
Reviews procedures with physicians and Medical Director as needed or requested.
Handles all clerical duties associated with the echo/vascular department including preparation of studies for review, logging, archiving, entering charges into EMR and CD duplication as requested.
Troubleshoots equipment, arranges with the department manager for service and performs routine maintenance such as cleaning of probes, machine surfaces and filters.
Must be able to travel to alternate office location in order to meet the needs of the department and patient care.
Approaches change or newness positively- Treats change and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth, focuses on the beneficial aspects of change, speaks positively about the change to others.
Acknowledges the person-greet customers promptly and courteously, gives customers full attention.
Actively listens- Handles upset customers by hearing the customer out, empathizing apologizing, and taking personal responsibility for resolving customer problem/issues.
Checks Equipment- monitors and checks equipment and work area in order to ensure operational and safety compliance.
Demonstrates concern and empathy to patients. Demonstrates accountability and responsibility and performs procedures in a caring, compassionate and respectful manner.
Performs examinations in accordance with established standing operation procedures and routines accurately and in a timely manner. Responsible for Imaging, recording and processing images.
Obtains and document a complete patient history as it relates to the procedure ordered, obtains informed consent in accordance with departmental policy and procedure.
Maintains effective communication with patient provides; explanation of procedures within scope of practice.
Demonstrates knowledge of occurrence reporting (patient case) in Athena. Uses system to report potential patient safety issues.
Maintains proactive and effective communication with radiologist regarding unusual clinical findings, history, test results and or their implication.
Ensures physician order for procedure is entered accurately. Consults appropriate resources to clarify unfamiliar or questionable orders.
Optimize use of supplies, equipment and services, ensuring high level of clinical care at lowest cost. Actively seeks ways to control costs without compromising patient safety or quality of care.
Takes responsibility for ensuring orders match diagnosis to ensure proper reimbursement for services.
Demonstrates a patient first approach to care/Introduces self and role to patient. Acts as a patient advocate in keeping the best interests and care of the patient at the forefront at all times.
Willingly assists co-workers to achieve goals. Acts as a resource to co-workers as appropriate.
Actively participates in staff meetings and in-services.
Assumes personal responsibility for professional development. Actively promotes development of self and others through participation in professional organization, educational opportunities, etc.
Acts as an “ambassador” for MPG by promoting a professional and positive image of the organizations capabilities and services to the public. Adheres to company Standards of Behaviors.