Vascular Tech-Reg

Registered Vascular Technologist

Imagine working in a cutting-edge, high-tech department, where you'll be part of a team using advanced imaging technology to make a real difference in patient care, contributing to accurate diagnoses and life-saving treatments, all while enjoying a supportive and collaborative work environment. You'll be part of a supportive team of radiologists, technologists, and other healthcare professionals, working to advance health together and be the most trusted partner in health all while providing the best possible patient care. You'll have opportunities for professional development and advancement, with access to continuing education and training programs.

The Registered Vascular Technologist performs technical functions relating to the preparation and performance of diagnostic peripheral vascular studies and neurovascular studies. Assists with quality assurance and control standards.

Minimum Requirements

Education

High School

Experience

Zero Three years

License/Registration/Certifications

BLS Certification

And either of the following:

RVT- Active Membership in American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

OR

RVS Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Preferred Requirements

Preferred Education

Associate degree

Preferred Experience

• Four Seven Years

Preferred License/Registration/Certifications

BLS Certification

RVT- Active Membership in American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

RVS Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Core Job Responsibilities

Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. Assist physicians with pseudoaneurysm closures and OR procedures.

Perform ultrasound procedures, color doppler vascular examinations, visceral vascular studies and color-flow ultrasound as required maintaining patient records and documentation.

Positively responds and implements change when needed and has good decision-making skills.

Assists with quality control and maintenance of all equipment in the area

Properly utilize accessory equipment such as transducers, cleaning systems, warmers, scanners, printers, and PACS workstations

Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide a written summary of preliminary findings to the vascular reader. Evaluate quality of exams. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated and discuss with physician.

Assists in training of new staff and of students during clinical rotations

Follows, maintains and helps implement hospital and departmental policies and procedures

Consistently communicates with patients, guests, staff and physicians in a positive manner

Knowledgeable of compliance and regulatory requirements and adheres to Federal, State, accrediting bodies, and standard practice of care for patients, staff, guests and facilities

Adheres to departmental procedures and protocols

Rotating call for after hours and weekends

Works as a team member with peers and other departments. Responds calmly and efficiently to situations.

Regularly attend departmental meeting, in-services and actively participate in continuing education activities

Other duties as requested by supervisor or manager

May be assigned to cover additional shifts as required to meet departmental needs