Vascular Technician

About the role

Do you enjoy assisting providers in thoughtful and compassionate care in venous and vascular ultrasound exams? Join our Vein department as Vascular Technician!

Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Clinical Support
  • Prepare patients for vascular, venous, lymphatic, and dermatologic examinations and procedures; obtain and document relevant medical history, symptoms, medications, and clinical information.
  • Promote patient comfort, privacy, safety, and a positive experience throughout the visit.
  • Provide patient education regarding vascular and lymphatic conditions, treatment plans, and post-procedure care as directed by the provider.
  • Support providers in the evaluation and treatment of chronic venous insufficiency, varicose veins, venous ulcers, lymphedema, lipedema, vascular lesions, and other disorders of the venous, lymphatic, and vascular systems.
• Vascular Testing & Documentation
  • Perform non-invasive vascular and venous ultrasound examinations, including Doppler studies, venous reflux evaluations, and vein mapping, within the individual's training, certification, organizational policy, and applicable law.
  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot vascular diagnostic equipment according to manufacturer instructions and organizational protocols.
  • Ensure testing is accurate, complete, and appropriately documented before submitting results to the provider for interpretation.
  • Accurately document test results, clinical observations, patient interactions, and care provided in the electronic medical record.
  • Maintain required credentials and continuing education.
  • Adhere to Frontier Dermatology policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.
• Current Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) credential through ARDMS, or Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) credential through CCI.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Valid state medical imaging license, if required by the applicable state.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of dedicated vascular ultrasound experience preferred.

Core Competencies

• Patient Focus: Provides respectful, responsive, and compassionate service while maintaining appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.
• Clinical Accuracy: Performs assigned testing and documentation carefully, consistently, and within authorized scope.
• Communication: Shares information clearly and promptly with patients, providers, and team members.
• Teamwork: Collaborates effectively and contributes to efficient clinic flow.
• Accountability: Follows through on responsibilities, raises concerns appropriately, and maintains required credentials.
• Adaptability: Manages changing priorities and responds constructively in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Who Are We?

Frontier Dermatology is a collective group of dermatology practices throughout Washington and Oregon. Our mission is to be the premier destination of care and experience for patients, providers, and teammates.

CARE IS.. our core values:

• Community – We're loyal to our patients, providers, and staff
• Accountability – We are responsible for our behavior, interactions, and outcomes
• Respect – We appreciate and hold regard for the feelings, wishes, contribution, and rights of others
• Empathy – We treat the people the way they want to be treated
• Integrity – We are honest and ethical
• Service Excellence – We always do our best