Per Diem Vascular Coordinator - Surgery

The Vascular Coordinator performs basic and advanced ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols.

• Performs basic and advanced ultrasound scans as prescribed by established protocols       
• Reviews doctors’ interpretations and patient files, and monitor patients.                 
• Assists in the performance of interventional procedures.                 
• Applies knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning and imaging techniques to optimize the quality of ultrasound images.             
• Captures images onto PACS system and transfers images to physician workstations         
• Evaluates images prior to the release of patients to ensure the study is diagnostic.             
• Prepares the exam room for procedures by ensuring all inventory and stock prior to arrival of radiologist.                 
• Participates in the performance and documentation of quality control, quality assurance and improvement activities.                      
• Informs appropriate personnel of any equipment failure and documents type of problem and any associated downtime.            
• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment to comply with established infection control and departmental protocols. Operates and cares for testing equipment.              
• Provides patient education related to specific ultrasound study.                  
• Ensures the safety of patients and family members.              
• Communicates effectively and compassionately with patients, family members and other employees.

• Graduate of a two-year ultrasound program with clinical and didactic education
• 1 year experience performing ultrasounds preferred
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)

Non-Bargaining Unit, 862 - Surgery - ISM, Icahn School of Medicine