Echocardiographer Vascular Technologist

Madison County Memorial Hospital; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison County Memorial Hospital is seeking a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) to perform non-invasive vascular exams using ultrasound imaging. The RVT will assess the condition of patients' arteries and veins to assist in diagnosing vascular diseases while ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, completion of an accredited vascular sonography program, and ARDMS certification. Strong patient interaction skills are also required.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited vascular sonography program required.
• Certification from the ARDMS required.
• Strong patient interaction skills and understanding of vascular pathology.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-invasive vascular exams using ultrasound imaging.
• Assess condition of patient's arteries and veins for diagnosis.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety throughout the procedure.

Skills

Operating ultrasound equipment

Interpreting vascular anatomy

Patient interaction skills

Taking thorough patient history

Understanding of vascular pathology

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited vascular sonography program

Certification from the ARDMS

Job description

Madison County Memorial Hospital (MCMH) is a critical access hospital. It is also a hospital district facility, which is a quasi-government hospital whose board is appointed by the Governor of Florida. It operates twenty-five inpatient beds. MCMH generates approximately $19,000,000 in revenue each year and employs about 100 full-time staff.

MCMH is located about five miles north of Interstate-10, approximately 50 miles east of Tallahassee, Florida. Madison is the county seat of a county with a population of approximately 20,000. The county’s economic base is agriculture, State correctional facility, school district, local government and small retail.

Job Description

A Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) uses ultrasound imaging to perform non-invasive vascular exams, assessing the condition of a patient's arteries and veins to help physicians diagnose vascular diseases like blood clots or blockages, by taking detailed images and providing preliminary interpretations of the results, all while ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the procedure.

Qualifications

1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. Completion of an accredited vascular sonography program required
3. Certification from the ARDMS required
4. Proficiency in operating ultrasound equipment and interpreting vascular anatomy
5. Strong patient interaction skills, ability to take thorough patient history, and understanding of vascular pathology

Additional Information

No person shall on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, gender, including pregnancy, age, or sexual orientation, be excluded from participation in, be denied benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination.