Vascular Ultrasound technologist - Vascular Lab - Per Diem 8 Hours Day

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Vascular Surgeon performs diagnostic and therapeutic ultrasound/vascular procedures including but not limited to Peripheral Vascular and Cerebrovascular. Evaluates sonographic characteristics of anatomy and pathology. Performs Doppler ultrasound to the specifications and standards established by the department’s Medical Director. Rotates shifts as assigned. Applies good interpersonal and communication processes utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills. Minimum of two years in acute hospital base experience.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adheres to the philosophy of patient safety and reporting of potential or actual safety issues.
• Attends in-service classes as assigned Complies with all departmental and Hospital policies and procedures.
• Displays professional commitment and supports the unit team by promoting unity and teamwork among coworkers by maintaining a positive attitude and positive working relationships.
• Documents examination history on patient, documents unusual conditions and/or limitations, records the examination time and technologist identification in the PACS system.
• Effectively uses the Information Systems programs for daily duties and billing procedures.
• Lifts and transfers patients.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient care and medical record information. Abides by HIPAA regulations to access PHI only as necessary for job classification.
• Performs safety inspection of equipment prior to initial use. Reports unsafe acts or conditions to manager.
• Complies with all safety and infection control policies and procedures.
• Possesses the skills and knowledge needed to assess the condition of the pediatric, adolescent, and geriatric patient(s) to demonstrate requested anatomy throughout proper patient positioning, technique selection, selection of contrast media, application of immobilization and radiation protection devices. Provides educational information to family members as required.
• Responsible for quality imaging including proper exposure factors and patient positioning.
• Demonstrates knowledge, competency of radiological techniques.
• Responsible for safe operation and maintenance of radiological equipment
• Responsible for understanding and participating in the organization wide Performance Improvement.
• Program through orientation, education, departmental and interdepartmental performance improvement, and quality planning activities.
• Reviews Radiology requisition verifies examination with doctors’ orders, checks patient history and special instructions. Greets patients, verifies their identity, and explains procedure utilizing Aidet for Patient Satisfaction.
• Rotates to different shifts and work areas as scheduled or assigned, works overtime as directed.
• Other duties, as assigned.

Education Minimum (Required) Diploma from approved and accredited Ultrasound School. Preferred (Not required) Work Experience Minimum (Required) • Minimum of one year experience in acute hospital base experience. • No prior experience required for all Methodist Hospital interns. Licenses and Certifications Minimum (Required) • Current RDMS and RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist cert) required. • Must successfully complete and maintain BLS certification. Equal Employment Opportunity: USC Arcadia Hospital is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC Arcadia Hospital’s policy. USC Arcadia Hospital will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient safety. Pay Transparency The hourly salary rate range for this position is $51.80 - $69.63. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California Arcadia Hospital considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, State, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.