Vascular Echo Technologist

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SAMARITANNORTHLINCOLNHOSPITAL
Req #: 51983
Lincoln City, OR
.5 (40 hrs/pp) - Day
NLH Cardiovascular
Remote Status: No
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  • JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
    • Performs cardiac/vascular imaging for all patient populations. Performs TEE, stress echo and other testing at intra-operative, bedside, outpatient and mobile locations. Performs high-quality vascular sonography procedures within the scope of state licensure at a technical and professional level that does not require direct supervision. Performs appropriate patient evaluation and uses proper technical factors for diagnostic image production.
  • DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
    • The Cardiology team of physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, respiratory therapists and technicians provide a full-spectrum of care towards a healthy heart. We complete hundreds of interventional cardiovascular procedures each year and are up-to-date with cardiology treatment options. Services and procedures include echocardiography, holter and ZIO monitors (heart monitors), cardiac stress testing, and intravascular ultrasound.
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
    • Current unencumbered Oregon license in Sonography required. If a new graduate, temporary license upon hire and permanent license within six (6) months of hire required.
    • Current unencumbered ARDMS or equivalent Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) required. If registry eligible, registry credentials within six (6) months of hire required.
    • One (1) of the following registry credentials required. If registry eligible, credential within six (6) months of hire required.
      • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).
      • Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiac Credentialing International (CCI).
    • Healthcare Provider BLS required.
    • One (1) year echocardiographer experience preferred.
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
    • Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
    • Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss quality issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
    • Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.
    • Conflict resolution - Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.
    • Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a nonjudgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
    • Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
  • PHYSICAL DEMANDS
    • Rarely
      (1 - 10% of the time)

      Occasionally
      (11 - 33% of the time)

      Frequently
      (34 - 66% of the time)

      Continually
      (67 – 100% of the time)

      CLIMB - LADDER

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

      SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

       

      STAND

      WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

      WALK - INCLINE

      CLIMB - STAIRS

      SQUAT Repetitive

      BEND FORWARD at waist

      ROTATE TRUNK Standing

      PUSH (40 - 60 pounds force)

      PULL (40 - 60 pounds force)

      SIT

      ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

      REACH - Forward

      REACH - Upward

      MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

      FINGER DEXTERITY

      PINCH Fingers

      GRASP Hand/Fist

       

      LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

      LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

      CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

      CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

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