Ultrasound (Vascular) Technologist, Casual

DescriptionJOB DETAILSDepartment: NeurologyFTE: CasualWorkdays: Rotating, On-CallShift(s): DaysShift Length: 8 hoursLocation: In-PersonPurpose of the position: Performs transcranial Doppler (TCD) and carotid duplex ultrasound examinations within the Hennepin Cerebrovascular Ultrasound Lab, a core diagnostic service of the Hennepin Comprehensive Stroke Center. Reports preliminary findings to the supervising physician. Supports both inpatient and outpatient cerebrovascular evaluations and participates in the education of healthcare providers and trainees.RESPONSIBILITIESPerforms clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinationsUses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and imagesUses independent judgement during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findingsAnalyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physicianCoordinates work schedule with departmental Supervisor and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverageAssumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s careAssists with the daily operations of the ultrasound departmentMaintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate suppliesEstablishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospital referral or commercial agenciesCoordinate with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is providedProvides ultrasound skill training for ultrasound technologist students and Radiology ResidentsQualificationsQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Qualifications:Associate’s degree in ultrasound technology and a graduate of an accredited School of Ultrasound Technology by CAAHEPCertification or certification eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). If “eligible”, employee must be certified within one year of hireMaintains minimum CE credits as mandated by the accrediting body ARDMSPossess current CPR certification or obtain within 4 months of employmentPreferred Qualifications:RVT certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)Prior experience with transcranial Doppler and/or carotid duplex ultrasound preferredJob Level: StaffEmployee Status: Regular