Registered Vascular Technologist

Background:

Established in 1963, The Cardiovascular Care Group provides complete care for patients with vascular disease. With New Jersey offices in Essex, Passaic, Union, Morris, Monmouth, and Mercer counties, the Group is able to deliver care in both office-based and hospital settings. The Vein Institute provides comprehensive care to patients with venous disease.

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Vascular Technologist to assist the physicians in diagnosing and treating patients in the office, surgical suite or hospital setting. Your goal is to ensure a smooth workflow so our patients receive the best possible care.

Responsibilities will include:

• Prepare patients for non-invasive diagnostic vascular procedures
• Prepare area for the placement of testing equipment; perform vascular tests on patients (including arterial and venous leg testing, carotid artery imaging)
• Use ultrasound machines to record vascular information, such as blood flow and pressure; cerebral, abdominal and peripheral circulation
• During procedures, monitor patient’s vital signs

• Maintain equipment
• (May) schedule patients for testing
• Follow safety protocols and procedures to ensure safe operation of equipment.
• Handle protected health information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Participate in Quality Improvement Program and initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned; seeks guidance and direction when needed.
• (May) perform vascular testing in the office and hospital setting

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Registered Vascular Technician
• Strong patient/customer service orientation
• Maintains a professional appearance; takes pride and ownership of work and works in a cooperative, team-oriented manner
• Effective communicator
• Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and to handle shifting priorities
• Possesses the physical ability and perceptive acuity (e.g. visual, hearing) to perform all direct and indirect care functions.

Education:

• Associate’s degree in diagnostic medical sonography from an accredited program (CAHEP, ARDMS or CCI); BA degree a plus
• Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) or RVS required

Benefits:

• Excellent work/life balance - Day shift, no evenings, weekends or holidays
• Medical (100% paid by the group for Employee Only coverage with the Cigna Bronze plan).
• Dental – three plans to choose from Delta Dental and Cigna.
• Vision – two plans to choose from Delta VSP.
• Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Transit and Parking) through Upswing.
• Life Insurance – $25,000 Paid by the group with the option to enroll in additional Voluntary Life Insurance coverage.
• Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability through New York Life with the option to enroll in additional voluntary coverage.
• Ancillary optional benefits – Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity through New York Life.
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Paid Jury Duty – 1 day of full pay.
• Employee Assistance Programs through RWJBH and Cigna.
• 401k Employer Contributions – upon eligibility, group contributes 3%
• Working Advantage and Life Mart Employee Discounts.
• Holiday Party, Employee Appreciation Days, Ice Cream Socials, various Fundraisers and Contests (receive prizes!) – Lots of employee engagement.