Lead Echo/Vascular Specialist - Hamilton - Noninvasive Vascular - FT/First Shift

Company: Kettering Health Network
Location: Hamilton
Posted on: November 17, 2023

Job Description:

Lead Echo/Vascular Specialist - Hamilton - Noninvasive Vascular - FT/First ShiftUS-OH-HamiltonJob ID: 2023-45341Type: Full-Time# of Openings: 1Category: ImagingKH HamiltonOverviewKettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it's by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach. ResponsibilitiesThe Ultrasound/Sonography Lead Technologist is capable of providing leadership for the ultrasound area. Performs high quality echocardiograms and vascular ultrasounds following ICAEL and ICAVL accredited guidelines. Will work closely with Cardiologists and Radiologists. Must be able to exercise initiative and independent judgment. Will function as administrative support in the absence of the Manager/Director. Will be capable of consistent independent action and judgment portraying positive outcomes. Will be responsible to assure their department is properly staffed and the technical work is completed in a timely and competent manner. Will be responsible for monitoring all of the technical and support aspects of ultrasound. Technologist must be knowledgeable of techniques and patient positioning to produce high quality ultrasound images. Individuals in this position must be able to exercise independent judgment and initiative. Works with all segments of patient populations, including infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients. There is the potential for infections from contact with infected patients. Also, there is possibly some contact with processing chemicals and other hazardous materials. Work hours can, at times, be irregular with the need to accept overtime and being on call. The work is physically demanding with the need for a lot of standing, bending, and lifting.Reports To: Manager and Director Minimum EducationRegistered Vascular Technician (RVT) and/or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) is preferred.Multiple ARDMS credentials preferred Required LicensesDiagnostic Medical SonographerRegistered by Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (ARDMS) is required Required SkillsAbility to use a wide range of ultrasonography equipment, including mobile unitsAbility to learn new procedures and to operate new equipmentAbility to deal tactfully and professionally with physicians, patients, and coworkersAbility to work quickly and accuratelyPossess leadership abilities including staff utilization and effective delegation as well as organizational and interpersonal communication skills.QualificationsBLS requiredRegistered in Echo and Vascular Ultrasound #PM21PI04fad028b988-31181-32925748

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