Vascular Technologist - Vascular Surgery

Primary Duties and Responsibilities Uses appropriate techniques with ultrasound equipment to supply diagnostic studies based upon physician request Performs a variety of technical procedures to support physician’s diagnosis Responsible for providing high quality imaging Responsible for the performance of vascular ultrasound studies including doppler and imaging guided endovenous laser ablation Appropriately acquires echo vascular measurements per protocol, create digital preliminary reports for the interpreting physician, and verbally communicate preliminary findings to the interpreting physician Ability to review a physician order to verify appropriateness for order being performed Ability to retrieve studies from PACS for review Performs appropriate infection control processes Provides an environment of care that supports patient safety Addresses patient informative needs as pertains to requested studies Prepares patients for the study Assures accuracy data for clinical reports, demographics and billing information for physician reports Supports team approach and service focus work with colleagues in a 'team approach' to encourage a positive and service-oriented image for the department Utilizes professional language and action at all times Qualifications Education Graduation from a CAAHEP or other accredited diagnostic ultrasound program required. Licenses/Certifications Graduate of accredited ultrasound/vascular tech program Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) is required within 1 year of hire date. BLS certification from the American Heart Association and/or the American Red Cross required Experience 1 year of experience required #J-18808-Ljbffr Cedars-Sinai