Registered Vascular Technologist

Hartford HealthCare; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a vascular ultrasound technologist to perform clinical patient assessment and diagnostic vascular examinations, including extracranial cerebral, peripheral arterial, venous, and visceral studies with limited supervision.

Maintains a patient-centered approach, records data accurately, and ensures proper billing procedures. Reports to the Manager of Non-invasive Cardiology and the Unit Leader, and collaborates with the care team to advance quality services.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in health related field required or graduate of an accredited ultrasound program.
• RVT or registry eligible with vascular experience; if not registered, must pass exam within one year of employment.
• 1–2 years of vascular ultrasound experience preferred, hospital-based.
• Full-time Day shift Monday–Friday with limited weekend/holiday call.

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical patient assessment and diagnostic vascular examinations (extracranial cerebral, peripheral arterial, venous, visceral) with limited supervision.
• Uses independent judgment and systematic problem solving to provide high quality diagnostic information and adjust exams when clinically necessary.
• Prepares patients and families for examinations and documents findings for billing and reimbursement.
• Contributes to care improvement by participating in QA activities and mentoring.
• Works as a team member within and across clinical settings; reports to the Manager of Non-invasive Cardiology and the Unit Leader.

Skills

Vascular ultrasound

Education

Associates Degree in health related field

Bachelor’s Degree in health related field preferred

Job description

Location Detail: 85 Jefferson Street Hartford (10068)

Shift Detail: full time position, 40h per week, weekends and holiday rotation.

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Every day, more than 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals as well as a Level I trauma center. Hartford Hospital is on the cutting edge of technology & medical care and is home to the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. Housing the Northeast’s largest robotic surgery center, committed to becoming the best in the country for patient safety and is pursuing that goal by taking innovative action and creating a culture of safety at every level within the organization.

Job Summary

Performs clinical patient assessment and diagnostic vascular examinations, including: extracranial cerebral, peripheral arterial, venous, and visceral studies with limited supervision. Consults with referring MD and/or patient chart to assure appropriate lab procedure.

Uses independent judgment and systematic problem solving methods to provide high quality diagnostic information following appropriate protocols, recognizing abnormalities, and adjusting examination when clinically necessary.

Maintains a patient centered approach by preparing patients and families for examinations with explanations.

Demonstrates competencies, including knowledge and behaviors to meet age specific patient needs

Records data and provides appropriate documentation of examinations including proper billing procedures to assure appropriate charging and reimbursement, prepares summary of technical findings.

Contributes to care improvement by assisting with the maintenance of IAC accreditation, including participation in preparation and presentation of QA meetings and by participating in mentoring.

Works effectively as a team member both within and across clinical setting to provide quality services through communication, cooperation, and collaboration. Reports to the Manager of Non-invasive Cardiology and the Unit Leader.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in health related field and graduate of an accredited ultrasound program required. Bachelor’s Degree in health related field preferred.
• RVT or registry eligible with vascular experience, if not registered, candidate is expected to sit and pass exam within one year of employment.
• One to two years of previous vascular ultrasound experience, preferably hospital based
• Full-time Day shift Monday-Friday with limited weekend/holiday call requirement
• Minimal computer skills

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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.

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