Echo and Vascular Tech for Biltmore Cardiology Central

Description

General Summary: Utilize high frequency sound waves to produce vascular ultrasound images and related data used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis and perform the following duties.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Adheres to and supports the mission, purpose, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Tenet Physician Resources.
• Adheres to the Tenet HIPAA Compliance Plan and the Privacy Standards Confidentiality Agreement.
• Demonstrates support for the Tenet Corporate Compliance Program by being knowledgeable of compliance responsibilities as expressed in the Code of Conduct; adhering to federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and corporate policies and procedures policies that affect his/her specific job functions/responsibilities; and reporting compliance issues/concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Set up equipment when necessary and prepare patient for examination.
• Select the proper transducer, both type and frequency for examination.
• Obtain, review and retrieve pertinent patient history, physical exam and supporting clinical data to facilitate the physician in making the diagnosis.
• Perform diagnostic procedures by producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related data used by physicians in rendering a diagnosis in accordance with organization and/or site protocols.
• Provided interpreting physician with an oral or written summary of technical findings at the discretion of the interpreting physician.
• Complete paperwork necessary for appropriate billing in an accurate and timely manner.
• Assist with proper coding of exams for correct diagnosis.
• Ensure patient safety by following company procedures and protocol.
• Maintain and clean equipment as directed by suggested manufacturer guidelines. Report any equipment difficulties or failures as soon as possible.
• Frequently move equipment/machine for testing purposes.
• Maintain supplies for testing sites or keep appropriate materials as personal stock if in a mobile setting.
• Thoroughly complete all paperwork (i.e. technical log sheets, billing requisitions). Obtain proper exam order with corresponding diagnosis as well as obtain patient's signature for authorization for performing the test.
• Assist with other clinical functions as directed

Education: AA Degree required

Experience: 1 year clinical setting

Certifications: ARDMS, BLS, and RVT; OR Registry Eligible with registration required within 12 months; ICVAL preferred

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