About Wilmington Health
Since 1971, Wilmington Health has been committed to the care and health of our community in Wilmington as well as all of Southeastern North Carolina. Wilmington Health is structured as a multi-specialty medical practice with primary care providers integrated into the system. In this way, Wilmington Health is able to provide a comprehensive and coordinated approach to the care of all our patients. Wilmington Health is committed to using collaborative, evidence-based medicine in providing the highest quality of care to the patients we serve.
Summary:
Performs ultrasound testing (primarily venous and arterial mapping) as ordered by the physician
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Includes the following but other duties may be assigned:
Prioritize and evaluate patient orders
Prepares patient and explains procedures to patient; answers questions carefully and completely
Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedure in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physician
Follow prescribed safety standards in operating equipment
Maintain ultrasound and vascular lab equipment in appropriate operating condition
Maintain examination rooms and work areas. Order and stock all ultrasound and vascular lab supplies
Maintain accurate department records, reports and files as directed
Performs other duties as assigned by manager Qualifications
Required:
RDMS
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Experience in cardiovascular pathology
BLS/CPR certification
High School diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Completion of accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound Technology program.
ADA Physical Demands:
Rarely (Less than .5 hrs. /day) Occasionally (0.6 – 2.5 hrs. /day) Frequently (2.6 – 5.5 hrs./day) Continuously (5.6 – 8.0 hrs./day)
Physical Demand
Required?
Frequency
Standing
Continuously
Sitting
Frequently
Walking
Continuously
Kneeling/Crouching
Rarely
Lifting
Rarely
Vascular Ultrasound Tech Competencies
General
Customer Service
Professionalism/Integrity/Responsibility
Teamwork/Process Focus
Dependability/Punctuality
Interpersonal Relationships/Communication
Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving
Quality/Quantity
Initiative
Safety/Housekeeping
Organizational Skills/Time Management
Med/IV
Computer Knowledge/Skills
Procedures
Triage – Phone and Face to Face
Specimen Collection
Assessment Skills
Documentation
Equipment Maintenance