Vascular Ultrasound Tech

About the role

Current SIH employees need to apply for positions through our internal job portal. Log in to Workday to apply through the Jobs Hub. Location: Herrin, IL Shift: Day Time Type: Full Time Facility/Clinic Name: Prairie Cardio Job Description Primary responsibilities have been included in this description. This does not preclude the assignment of occasional additional or developmental duties. The system reserves the right to modify this job description as needed to accurately reflect duties assigned. It is understood that the job responsibilities will be performed in accordance with established system, entity and departmental policies, procedures and goals as well as SIH mission, values and goals. Position Summary Responsible for performing a variety of duties in relation to imaging patients and ensuring smooth operations of the Ultrasound department while providing appropriate levels of patient care and customer service. The Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVT) performs high-quality, non-invasive vascular ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols. This role is responsible for producing diagnostic images of the arterial and venous systems, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and quality requirements (10336, 10344, 20336, 20344). The Registered Sonographer (RDMS) performs high-quality, non-invasive - ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols. This role is responsible for producing diagnostic images, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and maintaining compliance with regulatory and quality requirements (20360). Principal Accountabilities Standards of Performance: Respect, Integrity, Compassion, Collaboration, Stewardship, Accountability, Quality Education Associate's degree in Radiology/Ultrasound or Certificate Program in Radiology/Ultrasound Licenses and Certification Licenses and Certification (Excluding Breast Center locations 10363 and 20363): RMDS or ARRT (S) registered or registry eligible Registry eligible must have proof of passing ARDMS SPI exam prior to start date and passing score on any one corresponding specialty exam within six months of hire. Must be vascular certified with RVT, RVS, ARRT (VS) within one year of hire (excludes 20360) BLS Licenses and Certification (Cardio-Vascular Department 10336, 10344, 20336 and 20344): Must be vascular certified with RVT, RVS, AART (VS) BLS Licenses and Certifications (Breast Center locations only 10363, 20363): RDMS registered or registry eligible Registry eligible must have proof of passing ARDMS SPI exam prior to start date and passing score on BR specialty exam within one year of hire or hold ultrasound AART (BS). ARRT (R) registered (within 90 days of hire) - ARRT registered in Mammography within 1 year of hire. IEMA - Radiography Accreditation (within 90 days of hire) BLS Experience and Skills Technical Experience: n/ a Technical Experience (10336, 10344, 20336, and 20344): 1-3 years Vascular Sonography experience preferred (RVT only) (10336, 10344, 20336, and 20344): We are seeking a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) to join our growing cardiovascular team. This role is primarily focused on vascular ultrasound; however, we strongly encourage applicants with dual registry (RVT/RDCS) or cardiac experience to apply. Opportunities to maintain and expand echocardiography skills are available within our department. Technical Experience (20360): 1-3 years Sonography experience preferred (20360) We are seeking a Registered Technologist (RDMS) to join our growing team. This role is primarily focused on general ultrasound; however, we strongly encourage applicants with dual registry (RVT) to apply. Opportunities to maintain and expand skills are available within our department. Physical Activities Intermittent hand manipulation required Intermittent lifting and carrying of 50 pounds Working Conditions Works in a heated, air-conditioned office with routine environment noise. Operates a personal computer and general office equipment. Operates medical equipment. Occasional exposure to moderate environmental variations and limited exposure to hazardous or potentially injurious elements or conditions. Job Roles Safety Manages processes effectively in regard to employee/patient safety. Record Keeping Maintains all required records, reports, statistics, logs, files and other documents as required. Process Improvement Promotes culture of process improvement by participating in unit/department based programs that supports the system's process improvement goals. Actively participates in system-wide or hospital based teams as needed Role Specific Responsibilities Performs ultrasound and radiography exams as appropriate Utilizes PACS and EMR systems Maintains appropriate IV/Contrast competency (Breast Center locations not required). Follows established protocols and procedures for proper patient position, exposure control and radiation protection