Vascular Technologist

Vascular Technologist

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The Vascular Sonographer is responsible for the performance of non-invasive and invasive vascular procedures including but not limited to carotid, venous, renal, and arterial doppler procedures including venous ablation and sclerotherapy. This position works closely with other healthcare team members to facilitate exception patient care and efficient completion of diagnostic studies and procedures while also promoting optimal unit operations. The Sonographer I adheres to the customer service standards while maintaining a clean, efficient, and safe work environment.

Responsibilities of the Vascular Technologist

• Utilize open, professional communication (verbal, non-verbal, and written) to directly interact with physicians, patients, guests, and other health team members.
• Make decisions of moderate difficulty that reflect both knowledge and good judgment.
• Handle confidential information regarding patient activities.
• Demonstrate an effective working knowledge of all equipment used in Radiology and related to their job functions.
• Participate in budget control.
• Work extended hours as needed to include evenings and weekends.
• Perform complete 2-dimensional, color flow, and Spectral Doppler exams according to protocol.
• Notify physicians of any positive findings that need attention prior to patient's release.
• Provide preliminary measurements and interpretations of examinations.
• Perform necessary equipment checks and QC procedure and reports equipment malfunctions to supervisor. Maintain adequate supply of materials for Radiology.
• Assist in scheduling of patients. Work in additional patients. Make scheduling aware of cancellations or optimize examination availability.
• Review and revised lab protocol to maintain a high level of efficiency. Recommends change to supervisor.
• Attend required staff meetings and correlations conferences.
• Review performance and ensures compliance with accreditation, legal and other regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications of the Vascular Technologist

EDUCATION:

• Associate Degree
• Completion of an approved ultrasound technology education program or ARDMS recommended relevant work experience

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Registered Sonographer (RDMS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or CCI registry in Vascular Ultrasound (RVS)
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) required within 6 months of hire
• BLS required per St. David's HealthCare policy
• Preferred: One year of experience performing adult vascular exams
• Preferred: Registered Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), post- primary certification in Sonography. Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist with the Texas Department of State Health Services.

St. David's Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

St. David's Medical Center, part of St. David's HealthCare, is a comprehensive medical facility with three locations: St. David's Medical Center, Heart Hospital of Austin, and St. David's Georgetown Hospital . Located in Central Austin, St. David's Medical Center features a 371-bed acute care hospital and a 64-bed rehabilitation hospital, offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services.

The hospital provides a full spectrum of women's services, including a renowned Level IV maternity unit, maternal-fetal medicine, and a high-risk maternal and neonatal transport team. It also boasts the region's largest Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and offers outpatient breast imaging services through Solis Mammography, which is situated on-site. Additionally, the facility includes a 24-hour emergency department and a comprehensive stroke center.

St. David's Medical Center specializes in treating high-acuity surgical patients, offering complex procedures such as spine surgeries, total joint replacements, advanced surgical oncology, bariatric surgery, and general surgery. It is also home to the esteemed Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute. The hospital has earned accreditation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Magnet® hospital, the highest and most prestigious distinction a healthcare organization can achieve for nursing practice and quality patient care.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Vascular Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.