Tech-Vascular Reg

Position Summary

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 to three years
• Licenses/Registrations/Certifications: BLS Certification, RVT - Active Membership in American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers, RVS Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Preferred Requirements

• Education: Associate degree
• Experience: Four to seven years
• Licenses/Registrations/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 respond and implement change when needed and have good decision-making skills.
• Aid in 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.
• Aid in training of new staff and of students during clinical rotations.
• Follow, maintain and help implement hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
• Communicate with patients, guests, staff and physicians in a positive manner.
• Knowledgeable of compliance and regulatory requirements and adhere to Federal, State, accrediting bodies, and standard practice of care for patients, staff, guests and facilities.
• Adhere to departmental procedures and protocols.
• Rotate call for after hours and weekends.
• Work as a team member with peers and other departments. Respond to situations calmly and efficiently.
• Regularly attend departmental meetings, in-services, and actively participate in continuing education activities.
• May be assigned to cover additional shifts as required to meet departmental needs.