Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH)
Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH)
ABOUT NCH
NCH is an independent, locally governed non-profit delivering premier comprehensive care. Our healthcare system is comprised of two hospitals, an alliance of 700+ physicians, and medical facilities in dozens of locations throughout Southwest Florida that offer nationally recognized, quality health care.
NCH is transforming into an Advanced Community Healthcare System(TM) and we’re proud to: Provide higher acuity care and Centers of Excellence; Offer Graduate Medical Education and fellowships; Have endowed chairs; Conduct research and participate in national clinical trials; and partner with other health market leaders, like Hospital for Special Surgery, Encompass, and ProScan.
Join our mission to help everyone live a longer, happier, healthier life. We are committed to care and believe there's always more at NCH – for you and every person we serve together. Visit nchjobs.org to learn more.
JOB SUMMARY
Ultrasound and Vascular department demonstrate competence in ultrasound and vascular technology. Assigns staff to work assignments and coordinates equipment maintenance throughout the NCH Healthcare System. Acts as a liaison for patient care activities with outside departments.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
– Other duties may be assigned.
· Proficient in imaging of the Upper and Lower extremity venous system for DVT.
· Performs all Critical Care requests within departments time guidelines.
· Performs Arterial Imaging of the Abdomen, Upper and Lower Extremities.
· Proficient in Carotid/Vertebral Imaging.
· Performs Indirect Arterial testing of the Upper and Lower Extremities to include PVR’s (Pulse Volume Recordings), Segmental Doppler Waveforms, and Segmental Pressures pre & post exercise.
· Performs Graft imaging, venous imaging, and extremity mapping of the Upper and Lower Extremities.
· Assures timely accomplishment of assignments and ensures they meet organizational objectives.
· Follows standard precautions.
· Support and follows policies for the Radiography Student Program.
· Provides all aspects of patient care based on established standards.
· Demonstrates competency in all procedures within scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of patients served; the ability to obtain information.
· Interpret information in terms of the patient’s needs; knowledge of growth and development and understanding of the range of treatment of the patients.
· Adequate assessment of department and staffing needs.
· Maintain all equipment in good operating condition, making sure all repairs are completed in an acceptable timeframe.
· Demonstrates competency using the PACS.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
· High School or GED required.
· Satisfactory completion of a formal Ultrasound Program in an approved school required.
· 2 years of experience in Vascular Ultrasound.
· 2 years minimum management experience preferred.
· Certified with ARDMS and registered in RVT.
· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
· Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows.