Registered Vascular Technologist (Darien)

The Vascular Care Group; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Vascular Care Group in Darien, CT, is seeking a Registered Vascular Technologist. The role assists physicians in diagnosing vascular conditions, conducts sonography exams, and ensures accurate documentation and reporting in a clinical setting.

The position reports to the Lead Registered Vascular Technologist and is non-exempt with a starting wage of $40/hour, with potential for progression based on experience. Local/regional assignments may be required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ultrasound program or formal training program.
• RVT or RVS preferred.
• Minimum of two years ultrasound technologist experience preferred.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Willing to be available for local/regional assignments.
• Willing to learn and deliver new modalities, products and services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment for sonography exams.
• Conduct clinical assessment and perform diagnostic sonography as ordered.
• Apply professional judgment to safely perform procedures.
• Capture accurate images for interpreting physician.
• Acquire additional imaging as needed for optimal results.
• Identify limitations of the examination.
• Adhere to accreditation and quality assurance requirements.
• Review images, synthesize results, and prepare preliminary reports.
• Ensure reports meet billing requirements.
• Perform quality control and preventive maintenance for equipment.
• Assist with daily operation of the sonography facility.
• Prioritize work based on workflow fluctuations.

Skills

Ultrasound procedures

Clinical assessment

Quality assurance

Billing and documentation

Education

Ultrasound program graduate

Job description

Registered Vascular Technologist (Darien)

*This role is eligble for a sign-on bonus*

Overview

This role is generally responsible for providing clinically relevant information to assist the physician with the diagnosis and treatment of vascular patients. All activities should be performed consistent with the Vascular Sonographer education and training, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and applicable professional standards.

This role will report to the Lead Registered Vascular Technologist for clinical matters and to the Office Manager for operational matters.

The role is non-exempt. The starting hourly wage for this position is $40.00/hour and is determined by the level of experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures
• Conduct patient clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic medical sonography examination ordered by the supervising physician in accordance with professional and facility protocols
• Apply independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic sonography procedures
• Apply independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images
• As necessary, acquire additional ultrasound imaging to facilitate optimum diagnostic results for the interpreting physician
• Identify and document any limitations to the sonography examination
• Adhere to all requirements for IAC accreditation including quality assurance reviews
• Review examination images, synthesize examination results, and prepare preliminary reports for providers
• Ensure reports are complete with all billing requirements
• Perform quality control procedures to ensure that the ultrasound equipment operates at optimal levels and manage a preventive maintenance program for ultrasound equipment
• Assist with the daily operation of the sonography facility
• Assist in prioritizing assigned work based on workflow fluctuations
• Complete ad hoc projects as needed

Requirements

• Graduate of an ultrasound program or formal training program
• RVT or RVS preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years ultrasound technologist experience preferred
• Ability to work and prosper in a team environment
• Willing to be available for local and/or regional assignments as needed
• Willing to learn and deliver new modalities, products and services as introduced

Compensation

$42/hour - $60/hour. Negotiable based on skills and experiene.

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