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Beth Israel Lahey Health · 3 months ago

Vascular Ultrasound Tech, Per-Diem

Russell Hill Building, Winchester

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Beth Israel Lahey Health is a growing healthcare organization dedicated to making a difference in people's lives. They are seeking a Vascular Ultrasound Tech to operate sonographic equipment, perform diagnostic examinations, and communicate results effectively as part of the Radiology team.

Elder CareHealth CareHospitalPrimary and Urgent CareProfessional ServicesTraining

Responsibilities

Educates and informs patients and family members throughout the patients’ experience

Communicates effectively with the healthcare team utilizing established handoff procedures

Gives and accepts respectful feedback to enhance teamwork

Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography arterial and venus examinations

Uses sonographic skills to identify, record and modify procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images

Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings

Analyses sonograms, incorporates sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician coverage

Assists with the daily operation of the sonographic lab

Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area and maintains adequate supplies

Responds to equipment issues timely to ensure optimum operations and equipment quality and long-term equipment maintenance and life

Participates in the maintenance of vascular laboratory accreditation

Minimizes preventable harm events and consistently executes the infection control protocols

Incorporates the Culture of Safety tools in daily practice, adhering to quality and safety guidelines and communicating near-miss or potential risks

Qualification

Diagnostic Medical SonographyVascular UltrasoundARDMS CertificationBasic Life SupportEnglish Communication

Required

Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography program that is accredited

For safety and quality reasons, must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English with patients, visitors and fellow members of the hospital team

Active certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the specialty(ies) as appropriate or registry eligible. If registry eligible, must obtain ARDMS (RVT) registration within 12 months of hire date

Basic Life Support