Children's National Medical Center
Ultrasound & Vascular Technologist- PRN
Children's National Medical Center, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Job Description
Ultrasound & Vascular Technologist will perform high quality diagnostic ultrasound and vascular exams while providing excellent patient care.
Shift Variable (PRN)
Qualifications
Graduate of approved program in Ultrasound Technology
Minimum Work Experience 1 year Clinical Ultrasound experience (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Able to perform all general ultrasound exams as well as a proficient understanding of vascular anatomy, color Doppler, and pulse wave Doppler.
Demonstrates working knowledge of all diagnostic ultrasound equipment and related components.
Possesses excellent knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and ultrasound pathology and documents such.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) (Required)
A.R.D.M.S. (Required)
Functional Accountabilities Ultrasound Scanning
Produce high quality ultrasound scans via appropriate choice of transducer, scale, focal zones, and gain.
Work independently.
Assist radiologists with interventional procedures as directed.
Perform all exams in a timely and efficient manner.
Quality Control
Identify each image with proper and permanent patient data.
Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, use and shut down of equipment.
Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and completes RIS assignments immediately following exam.
Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment.
Greet patients, introduce self to patient and treat all patients/families in a kind, courteous and professional manner; explain exam to patients/parents; communicate with patient throughout the exam and releases patient/parent with appropriate follow‑up info.
Ensure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.
Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodate stat or add‑on requests.
Be cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH‑affiliated site.
Share on call responsibilities, equally, with all ultrasound technologists.
Vascular Skills
Teach vascular anatomy and exams to students, new hires and retrain staff as needed.
Perform vascular studies as indicated.
Ensure consistent quality of vascular exams.
Clinical Safety
Adhere to all OSHA regulations.
Keep acoustic power within acceptable limits.
Practice personal radiation safety within the department.
Immediately report equipment malfunctions to engineer & complete appropriate paperwork.
Assist to train and orientate new technologists within the modality.
Professional Development
Maintain A.R.D.M.S. certification which encompasses RVT certification.
Biennially update CPR certification.
Complete mandatory annual in‑services.
Attend seminars and in‑services.
Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Commitment/Identification
Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Customer Service
Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
Partner with all team members to achieve goals
Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem‑solving
Contribute to a positive work environment
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Use resources efficiently
Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation
Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co‑workers
Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self‑check behavior and performance
Primary Location District of Columbia - Washington
Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010
Job Allied Health
Organization COE Hospital‑Based Specialties
Position Status R (Regular) - O - PRN
Shift Variable
Work Schedule PRN
Job Posting Full‑Time Salary Range: 91,374.4 – 181,188.8
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Fair Employment Practices (EDI) Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.
Drug‑Free Workplace Statement Please note that it is the policy of Children’s National Hospital to ensure a “drug‑free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Although recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children’s National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug‑free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.
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Shift Variable (PRN)
Qualifications
Graduate of approved program in Ultrasound Technology
Minimum Work Experience 1 year Clinical Ultrasound experience (Required)
Required Skills/Knowledge
Able to perform all general ultrasound exams as well as a proficient understanding of vascular anatomy, color Doppler, and pulse wave Doppler.
Demonstrates working knowledge of all diagnostic ultrasound equipment and related components.
Possesses excellent knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and ultrasound pathology and documents such.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) (Required)
A.R.D.M.S. (Required)
Functional Accountabilities Ultrasound Scanning
Produce high quality ultrasound scans via appropriate choice of transducer, scale, focal zones, and gain.
Work independently.
Assist radiologists with interventional procedures as directed.
Perform all exams in a timely and efficient manner.
Quality Control
Identify each image with proper and permanent patient data.
Follow correct procedures regarding warm-up, use and shut down of equipment.
Check paperwork, film jackets and patient charges for accuracy prior to submission and completes RIS assignments immediately following exam.
Maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment.
Greet patients, introduce self to patient and treat all patients/families in a kind, courteous and professional manner; explain exam to patients/parents; communicate with patient throughout the exam and releases patient/parent with appropriate follow‑up info.
Ensure room is prepared & stocked prior to start of exam.
Make every attempt to meet scheduled appointment times and accommodate stat or add‑on requests.
Be cooperative and willing to assist when asked to travel to a CH‑affiliated site.
Share on call responsibilities, equally, with all ultrasound technologists.
Vascular Skills
Teach vascular anatomy and exams to students, new hires and retrain staff as needed.
Perform vascular studies as indicated.
Ensure consistent quality of vascular exams.
Clinical Safety
Adhere to all OSHA regulations.
Keep acoustic power within acceptable limits.
Practice personal radiation safety within the department.
Immediately report equipment malfunctions to engineer & complete appropriate paperwork.
Assist to train and orientate new technologists within the modality.
Professional Development
Maintain A.R.D.M.S. certification which encompasses RVT certification.
Biennially update CPR certification.
Complete mandatory annual in‑services.
Attend seminars and in‑services.
Organizational Accountabilities Organizational Commitment/Identification
Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
Maintain confidentiality at all times
Customer Service
Anticipate and respond to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
Partner with all team members to achieve goals
Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem‑solving
Contribute to a positive work environment
Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Use resources efficiently
Search for less costly ways of doing things
Safety
Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
Stop in the face of uncertainty and take time to resolve the situation
Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co‑workers
Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self‑check behavior and performance
Primary Location District of Columbia - Washington
Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW Washington 20010
Job Allied Health
Organization COE Hospital‑Based Specialties
Position Status R (Regular) - O - PRN
Shift Variable
Work Schedule PRN
Job Posting Full‑Time Salary Range: 91,374.4 – 181,188.8
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Fair Employment Practices (EDI) Children’s National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, identity, or other characteristics protected by law. The “Know Your Rights” poster is available here: and the pay transparency policy is available here: Know Your Rights Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster.
Drug‑Free Workplace Statement Please note that it is the policy of Children’s National Hospital to ensure a “drug‑free” work environment: a workplace free from the illegal use, possession or distribution of controlled substances (as defined in the Controlled Substances Act), or the misuse of legal substances by all staff (management, employees and contractors). Although recreational and medical marijuana are now legal in the District of Columbia, Children’s National and its affiliates maintain the right, in accordance with our policy, to enforce a drug‑free workplace, including prohibiting recreational or prescribed marijuana.
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