Neurovascular Technologist

Capital Health (US); Trenton (NJ); Hybrid; USD 104,301,000 - 136,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Prescription drug coverage

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Healthcare FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

Basic Life Insurance

Job summary

Capital Health is seeking a Neurovascular Tech (R) to perform non-invasive vascular exams and transcranial doppler testing under physician direction. You will maintain equipment, ensure patient safety, and provide accurate data for clinical interpretation.

Requires high school diploma, vascular technology training, and RVT/RVS credentials or plan to obtain within six months; BLS certification is required. This full-time role offers strong benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 18 months vascular experience; recent hospital experience as vascular technologist; six months TCD experience.
• Other Credentials: AHA BLS Healthcare Provider.
• Knowledge: basic computer skills for vascular testing.
• Special Training: vascular tech program; TCD training; RVT/RVS credential within six months.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of vascular principles to optimize examinations.
• Documents intracranial velocities at designated sites.
• Prepares and prints complete report with waveforms for physician review.
• Logs and charges procedures; notifies referring physician of critical findings.
• Maintains equipment and exam rooms; ensures safety.
• Performs infection control and patient safety practices.

Skills

Transcranial Doppler testing

Vascular testing knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a vascular technology program

Job description

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

Pay Range

$36.40 - $47.57

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Position Overview

ERSION:1

JOB TITLE:Neurovascular Tech (R)

COST CENTER:000000

JOB CODE:30206

FLSA Exemption Status:Non-Exempt

Telecommuting Eligible

SUMMARY (BASIC PURPOSE OF THE JOB)

Performs a variety of non-invasive vascular exams for the use in diagnosis of vascular system disorders as directed by a physician to ensure quality patient care. Performs accurate and interpretable transcranial doppler testing in accordance with department policy and procedures. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations. Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work area in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of patients and employees.

Minimum Requirements

• Education:High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:Eighteen months vascular experience. Recent hospital experience as a vascular technologist. Minimum six months TCD experience. Ability to perform Transcranial Doppler studies.
• Other Credentials:AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider
• Knowledge and Skills:Basic computer skills and ability to use software to perform vascular testing
• Special Training:Graduate of a vascular technology program. TCD training. Requires appropriate credentialing in vascular testing (RVT, RVS) or must attain appropriate credentialing within six months of employment.

Mental, Behavioral And Emotional Abilities

Usual Work Day:8 Hours

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Does this position formally supervise employees? No

If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively recommend such to manager.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of vascular principles and theory, anatomy and pathology processes utilizing the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal examinations, as demonstrated by exam results.
• Adheres to department policies and protocols ensuring all examinations are optimized for interpretation.
• Provides accurate interpretable data, relevant clinical history and technical interpretation results for all examinations performed.
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of vascular principles and theory, anatomy and pathology processes utilizing the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal examinations. Documents intracranial velocities at all designated sites from all standard approaches.
• Prepares and prints a complete report of all transcranial doppler findings with waveforms for physician review.
• Logs and charges all procedures performed accurately and routes studies to the appropriate physician for interpretation in a timely manner. Notifies immediately referring physician with preliminary results upon identification of potentially critical findings or STAT examination.
• Maintains an orderly, safe and clean environment. Ensures rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies and exam rooms are readily available for procedures. Troubleshoots equipment effectively and reports equipment issues to biomedical engineering/vendor.
• Administers sound patient care practices according to hospital and departmental policies and procedures, to ensure the safety and satisfaction of patients. Communicates effectively to properly identify the patient, obtain a clinical history, explain the procedure and answer any questions.
• Adheres to proper infection control techniques to maintain established standards for patient safety and satisfaction. Adheres to patient safety practices in the department at all times demonstrated by the use of side rails, braking mechanisms and patient observation.
• Performs routine maintenance and aseptic cleaning of all patient related equipment to maintain consistent quality and safety. Operates imaging and other related equipment according to manufacturer specifications
• Retrieves patient files for all previously seen patients and combines with accurately labeled paperwork.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Frequent physical demands include: Walking , Push/Pull , Reaching forward , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities , Keyboard use/repetitive motion

Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Carry objects , Twisting , Bending , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl

Continuous physical demands include: Standing , Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 50 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 25 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Moderate Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing

Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Airborne Communicable Disease , Dust/Particulate Matter

This Position Is Eligible For The Following Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Transit
• Commuter Parking
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Spouse
• Voluntary Life Employee
• Voluntary Life Child
• Voluntary Legal Services
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.