Per Diem Vascular Ultrasound Technologist

Vascular Care Specialists; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 41,328 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Brockton, MA is looking for a Vascular Ultrasound Technologist to perform specialized technical tasks utilizing ultrasound technologies for diagnosis. The ideal candidate will possess an AS degree or equivalent, active RVT/RVS credentials, and have a strong understanding of patient care and ultrasound systems. Responsibilities include preparing patients, assisting during procedures, and maintaining equipment. This role offers hourly compensation and requires strong technical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Must have active RVT credentials from ARDMS and/or RVS credentials from CCI.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and ultrasound safety practices.
• Experience with routine maintenance on ultrasound equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized tasks using ultrasound technologies for diagnosis.
• Prepare patients for procedures, ensuring they are comfortable.
• Assist the physician during procedures and alert them to patient conditions.
• Maintain patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Clean and maintain equipment regularly.

Skills

Ultrasonic physics

Patient care

Technical assistance

Image analysis

Education

AS degree or equivalent

12 months of full-time Diagnostic Medical Sonography instruction

Job description

830 Oak Street, Suite 200W ,Brockton, MA 02301

Location: Brockton, MA

Job Id:117

# of Openings:1

Job Title: Vascular Ultrasound Technologist- RVT/RVS

Reports To: Practice Administrator

Location(s): Vascular Care Specialists

Pay Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Position Summary

Perform a variety of specialized technical tasks using state of the art ultrasound technologies that will collect reflected echoes and form images that are interpreted for use in diagnosis and treatment by the physician.

• Prepares medical equipment, instruments, sterile procedures and medical supplies.
• Prepares patients for diagnostic procedures which include proper positioning, adequately explaining procedures to patients and relieving fear and concern of the patient.
• Assist medical and professional personnel during procedures.
• Handling of instruments, operating and monitoring equipment, making the physician aware of image reading and alerting physician of patient discomfort or changes in conditions.
• Evaluate and analyze image quality to obtain adequate representation of pathogenic conditions and sufficient coverage of test area.
• Processes films in accordance with standard procedures or techniques.
• Maintain patient records including images and reports.
• Verify correct patient information links into the appropriate patient chart.
• Clean and perform routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and stock supplies as required.
• Provide technical assistance and instruction to students, staff and medical residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Practice Administrator, Physician Owner or Technical Director.

Required Experience, Education & Licensure

Candidates and incumbents must have: AS degree and/or graduate of an accredited Allied Health program (or equivalent experience) with an additional requirement of 12 months of full time Diagnostic Medical Sonography instruction.

Incumbent must also possess active RVT credentials from American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and/or active RVS credentials from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).

Must have knowledge of ultrasonic physics and instrumentation as well as mechanical, electrical and ultrasound safety practices and requirements in the patient examination environment.

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