Research Echocardiography Tech II (Mon-Fri)

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Organization:

VICTR

Job Summary:

Our Clinic's imaging mission is to provide expert personnel and state of the art ultrasound equipment to carry out research protocols for our Vanderbilt and Meharry researchers working to improve treatment and health outcomes for our patients and communities. This unique research diagnostic ultrasonography imaging role is responsible for echocardiography and vascular ultrasound imaging studies. Acquires echocardiography or vascular images following a specific research protocol. Work includes morphologic imaging, assessment of myocardial function, recording of hemodynamic parameters, evaluation of blood flow, muscle contrast imaging, and abdominal vascular ultrasound doppler imaging. May perform stress and contrast echocardiographic testing following a research protocol and under the direction of a physician. Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac, venous, and arterial anatomy, physiology, and function as well as independent judgment to obtain accurate diagnostic recordings and measurements of both cardiac and vascular structures as well as doppler evaluation of blood flow. Self-motivated, independent, conscientious sonographer with strict attention to detail that collaborates easily with the research team . Develops self and others; invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance and gain knowledge in new areas. Performs research related activities such as uploading images, maintaining research certifications, and other duties as assigned.

NOTE: THIS IS A FULL-TIME POSITION IN THE ADULT CLINICAL RESEARCH CENTER, MONDAY-FRIDAY WITH NO WEEKENDS OR HOLIDAYS.

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About the Department

The Vanderbilt Institute for Clinical & Translational Research (VICTR) is Vanderbilt's virtual home for clinical and translational research. Supported by Vanderbilt University Medical Center's Office of Research and the NIH-sponsored Clinical and Translational Service Award (CTSA), the mission of the institute is to transform the way ideas and research discoveries make their way from origin to patient care. VICTR functions to help researchers and clinicians do their jobs better by providing tools and support to improve the quality of research, publications, grant writing, and training for future doctors and researchers. For more information, please visit ~~~/.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applies broad range of skills to ensure exam is completed timely and meets quality and compliance standards.

• Provides appropriate Echo testing process to patients, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards.

• Gathers echocardiographic diagnostic images for all patients including the clinically complex patients.

• Communicates findings to the Healthcare Team including recognition of abnormal studies.

• Assists in the orientation and training of new staff.

• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

Echocardiography Technology (Novice)

• Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate echocardiography technology in practical

applications of moderate difficulty.

Compliance - (Novice)

• Can explain and apply basic statutory instructions in normal situations on the job. Understands the principles upon which the

rules and regulations are based. Appropriately escalates problems relating to rules and regulations in timely and effective

manner.

Diagnostic Equipment - (Novice)

• Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the use of diagnostic tools in practical applications of

moderate difficulty.

Patient Documentation - (Novice)

• Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate patient documentation in practical

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an approved discipline specific program (or equivalent experience) (Required)

• 3 years relevant experience (Required)

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (Required)

• Registered Vascular Sonographer (ARDMS or CCI) (Preferred)

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Core Accountabilities:

Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements.

Position Qualifications:

Responsibilities:

Certifications:

LIC-Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - Licensure-Others

Work Experience:

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level :

3 years

Education:

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

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