Vascular Sonographer Level III - Wound Care Clinic

About the role

Vascular technologists perform non-invasive vascular exams to assess for vascular disease or disorders under the direction of a Vascular Interventional Radiologist.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide variety of disorders affecting the vascular system.
• Perform non-invasive vascular exams using ultrasound equipment.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of patient records.
• Communicate effectively with physicians and staff in various situations.
• Maintain a working knowledge of all ultrasound equipment.
• Provide compassionate care to apprehensive patients and their families.
• Think and act quickly in stressful situations to deliver efficient quality care.

Requirements

• Hold vascular certification by either the ARDMS or ARRT (VS).
• Minimum of 5 years ultrasound experience in a hospital setting, excluding training time.
• Minimum of one year experience as a Vascular Technologist.
• Advanced ability to summarize findings and maintain patient records.
• Sufficient sensitivity and interpersonal skills in dealing with apprehensive patients and family.
• Positive and effective communicating skills for interaction with physicians and staff.
• Ability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient quality care in a variety of stressful situations.
• BLS certified (or obtained within 3 months).
• Training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.