Cath Lab Tech Job

We are currently seeking a full time Cardiac/Vascular Sonographer for our CVIS Non Invasive Lab to perform non-invasive imaging procedures of the Cardiac Graphics and/or Vascular Laboratories in order to facilitate appropriate diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Schedule:

Day/Shift
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1.0 To perform all non-invasive imaging procedures in the Cardiac Graphics and/or Vascular Laboratories in addition to proper billing of the procedures and prioritizing patient scheduling.
1.1 Coordinates and prioritizes patient scheduling in order to insure procedure completion in a timely fashion.
1.2 Prior to testing, obtains information for specific procedures to be performed, answer pertinent questions to patients concerning procedures and are courteous to patients and their families 100% of the time.
1.3 Performs all non-invasive imaging procedures within established guidelines and timeframes.
1.4 Notifies appropriate medical staff if images appear to variate from normal images as appropriate.
1.5 Documents procedure performed within patient chart to inform the physician that the test has been completed.
1.6 Calculate and measures cardiovascular structures from procedure data in order to aid the physician in interpreting results and achieving a diagnosis.
1.7 Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the equipment, procedure rooms and work areas of the Cardiac Graphics and Vascular Laboratories.
1.8 Completes and compiles billings slips and accurate documentation through CHIP to ensure accurate procedure billing.

Performance Standard: Adheres to the established Performance Expectations for WVUH Employees in the areas of People, Service, Performance Improvement, Shared Values & Culture.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
Hearing (aid permitted) – must be able to function without use of lip reading.
Visual acuity (corrected) – keen for both distant and near objects/individuals (i.e. ability to read small print)

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to; moving mechanical parts; airborne particles; body fluids; toxic or caustic chemicals; and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The work environment is clinical by nature.

Other Skills and Abilities:
Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve
conflict.
Motivation and drive for continuous development of self.
Cooperatively interacts with the health care team to support and contribute to the shared group goals

 
Requirements: 
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma
Registered and/or certified in a knowledgeable society of non-invasive vascular/cardiology sonographers
Prefer minimum experience of 1 year within a certified echocardiography or vascular laboratory

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:
CPR certified within 30 days of hire