Registered Vascular Technologist - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Per-Diem, Days

Northwestern Memorial Hospital; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 57,349 - 77,407; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Total Rewards package

Reimbursable Well-being Fund

Educational support

Flexible work options

Job summary

Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago is seeking a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) to perform vascular/neurovascular ultrasounds and adhere to standards and regulations. The role involves performing various procedures, documenting patient information, and coordinating with medical staff to ensure smooth operations.

Applicants must hold a valid RVT license, CPR certification, and have either an Associate’s degree with relevant experience or a Bachelor’s degree. The position offers competitive hourly rates and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid RVT license.
• CPR/Basic Life Support certification (AHA).
• Associate’s degree with at least 3 years of experience or a Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform various vascular/neurovascular procedures.
• Obtain medical history and document patient information.
• Maintain room cleanliness and coordinate communication for patient flow.

Skills

Valid RVT license

CPR/Basic Life Support certification

Experience in vascular ultrasound procedures

Communication skills

Education

Associate’s degree with at least 3 years of experience as a Vascular Technologist or a Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Salary range: $41.63 - $56.19 hourly. Placement depends on experience, internal equity, and union guidelines according to the collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits include a Total Rewards package and a Reimbursable Well‑Being Fund to support physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellness. Learn more in the Benefits section.

Northwestern Medicine is committed to delivering world‑class care and embracing equity, diversity, and inclusion. We offer comprehensive training, mentorship, educational support, student loan repayment, flexible work options, volunteer opportunities, and supportive resource groups.

Description

The Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) performs vascular/neurovascular ultrasounds and adheres to NM standards, policies, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform all commonly applied vascular/neurovascular procedures, including duplex venous ultrasounds of the venous system, valvular competence evaluation, and color duplex examination of upper extremity veins.
• Perform Doppler ultrasound examinations of upper and lower extremity arteries, including analog waveforms and segmental pressures.
• Conduct color duplex examinations of extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries, abdominal aorta and branches (mesenteric and renal arteries), and Transcranial Doppler exams.
• Perform specialized studies such as vein mapping, renal allograft examination, cavernosal duplex studies, dialysis access graft evaluation, and exercise testing.
• Obtain pertinent medical history, document patient information, prepare preliminary reports, and contact the attending physician for significantly abnormal studies.
• Maintain room and equipment cleanliness, coordinate communication among referring physicians, department physicians, nursing units, and hospital staff to ensure smooth patient flow, inpatient transportation, scheduling, supply replenishment, equipment repair, and problem solving.

Additional Functions

• Ensure cleanliness of exam rooms and equipment; clean and stock rooms daily.
• Coordinate communication to facilitate smooth patient flow and problem solving.
• Commit to learning new procedures and master them within acceptable timeframes.
• Assist senior staff when requested.
• Participate in the quality assurance program; evaluate data, provide reports to the Resource Coordinator, and recommend procedure modifications or action plans.
• Provide imaging services with optimum quality, productivity, and customer service.
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications

Required

• Valid RVT license.
• CPR/Basic Life Support certification (AHA).
• Associate’s degree with at least 3 years of experience as a Vascular Technologist, or a Bachelor’s degree.

Preferred

• 5+ years of experience as a Vascular Technologist.
• CPR-Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification.
• Bachelor’s degree in Vascular Technology or a Health Science field.

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected status.

Background Check

Northwestern Medicine conducts background checks, including criminal history, on newly hired employees and, at times, internal transfers. Applicants will complete an authorization form for disclosure and background check.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure

AI tools may be used in parts of the candidate review process, but all employment decisions will be made by a person.

Benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support your well‑being. Please visit our Benefits section for details.

Sign‑On Bonus Eligibility

Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: new graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending on the job family.