Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
About the role
Pulse Heart Institute is a physician‑led, multi‑specialty institute that partners with cardiothoracic surgery, vascular, and cardiovascular service lines. The institute provides world‑class cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care for complex structural heart disease, advanced heart failure, and cutting‑edge imaging. The Vascular Ultrasound Technologist performs technical non‑invasive vascular procedures, ensuring high‑quality test results to assist physicians in diagnosing vascular disorders. The role operates with limited supervision, requiring vascular expertise, analytical judgment, and discretion. The technologist serves pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients and interacts with patients, families, physicians, nursing staff, and management.
Responsibilities
- Perform technical non‑invasive vascular procedures independently.
- Ensure quality and accuracy of test results to support physician diagnoses.
- Apply vascular expertise and sound judgment in decision‑making.
- Communicate effectively with patients, family members, physicians, and nursing staff.
- Maintain knowledge of age‑related care needs for pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
Requirements
- Minimum two (2) years of college coursework preferred.
- Satisfactory completion of the RVT certification examination and/or ARDMS registration as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT).
- Minimum two (2) years of experience in vascular imaging preferred.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement plans.
- Paid time off.
- Competitive salary.
- Professional development resources and supportive leadership.
- Well‑being and support programs to maintain work‑life balance.
- Opportunities to work in the Pacific Northwest with its natural beauty and strong community connections.
Pay
The pay scale is $50.46 – $83.39 USD, with compensation influenced by skill set, experience, certifications, and education. Union‑contracted positions will align with the appropriate step on the pay scale.
Schedule
Full‑time (1.0 FTE), days shift, Monday‑Friday, 8‑10 hour shifts.