What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Vascular Tech, Searcy, PRN position at Unity Health?
1. Education: Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program or appropriate training in vascular technology and sonography.
2. Training and Experience: Registered or registry eligible per ARDMS or CCI requirements. BLS required. ACLS preferred but not required.
3. Job Knowledge: Delivers appropriate care to patients from neonatal through geriatrics with regards to age specific considerations Must be able to communicate effectively with physicians, associates, patients and visitors.
4. Safety Sensitive: YES
In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and/or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.
DESCRIPTION:
A registered or registry eligible sonographer who is responsible for vascular diagnostic exams and ultrasounds in any area of the hospital including special care units. May be assigned supervisory responsibilities when adequately prepared.
Must participate in rotating call schedule for nights, weekends, and holidays.
Must be willing to learn echocardiogram procedures as required.
Physical Effort: Maintains good physical well being. Job requires walking, bending, pushing heavy equipment and wheelchairs, and lifting patients.
Mental Effort: Maintains good emotional well being. Possesses the ability to work under stress.