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UNC Health · 2 weeks ago

Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech I - Chatham Cardiopulmonary

Siler City, NC

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$33.04/hr - $47.50/hr

UNC Health is an inclusive organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves. The Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech I role involves performing ultrasound imaging and providing patient care for individuals with cardiovascular disease, including preparation and post-procedure care.

Addiction TreatmentHealth CareHealth DiagnosticsHospitalNon ProfitWellness

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competence in delivering pre-procedure and post-procedure patient care including, but not limited to patient assessment pre- and post-procedure care and, emergency cardiac care (CPR is required). Additionally, assistance with post-procedure transport may be required

Ensures equipment is calibrated and properly maintained on a daily basis. Performs and records all equipment maintenance and quality assurance monitoring. Troubleshoots and identifies any equipment problems and reports to appropriate supervisor

Generates ultrasound images of the heart and/or vascular related structures

May perform staff training and education

Monitors and records patient information and maintains report storage and data systems. Compiles and enters data necessary for charge entry and prepares reports. Also responsible for retrieval of stored information and reports from the automated storage system

Prepares procedure room and equipment for daily use and is responsible for timely and efficient room preparation between procedures

Qualification

SonographyCardiovascular imagingARDMS certificationEquipment maintenancePatient care

Required

Associate's degree in Sonography, Radiology or a related field within 3 months of hire, OR Completion of a twelve (12) month ultrasound program within 3 months of hire

Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or registry eligible and become registered within one (1) year from date of hire

Must maintain registry status and continuing education requirements annually

No prior experience required