Staff Sonographer - Vascular Surgery

UVM Home Health, Inc.; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Medical Center is seeking a full-time Vascular Technologist to join their expanding IAC-accredited dedicated Vascular Lab. The role involves performing various vascular tests, assessing patients, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have a degree in biomedical technology and active certification as a Registered Vascular Technologist.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Active status as a Registered Vascular Technologist or Specialist required.
• Previous experience as a vascular technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of vascular tests independently.
• Assess patients' signs and symptoms, documenting findings.
• Prepare accurate preliminary reports and provide critical interpretations.

Skills

Biomedical Technology

Clinical Medicine

Patient Assessment

Education

Baccalaureate or Associate Degree

Tools

Imaging Equipment

Physiologic Equipment

Job description

We are the heart and science of medicine. We are UVM Medical Center.

$10,000 sign on bonus

The bonus will be paid out in 3 installments: 1/3 after 90 days, 1/3 after one year, and 1/3 after 2 years of employment. The amount reflects gross pay, prior to applicable tax withholdings and deductions required by law.

Job Description:

This is a full-time position in an expanding IAC-accredited dedicated Vascular Lab with no call or weekend shifts. The Vascular Surgery team currently includes six Vascular Surgeons, three Nurse Practitioners, one Physician Assistant, two Fellows, and seven Vascular Technologists, providing patient care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform a variety of vascular tests independently, including peripheral venous (DVT), venous insufficiency, extracranial carotid, transcranial, renal artery, peripheral arterial and bypass graft, pulse volume recordings (PVR), abdominal aortic aneurysm, contrast-enhanced EVAR, vein mapping for bypass and dialysis access, and arteriovenous fistula scans.
2. Conduct studies in the Vascular Outpatient Laboratory, inpatient units, and operating room.
3. Assess patients' signs and symptoms, documenting medical history and pertinent findings.
4. Identify when examinations appear inappropriate based on symptoms or findings and communicate with referring physicians to ensure appropriate patient care.
5. Prepare accurate preliminary reports and provide critical interpretations to physicians or caregivers when necessary.
6. Maintain imaging and physiologic equipment, ensure images are correctly stored within PACS, and restock supplies as needed.
7. Maintain individual credentials through CME acquisition.
8. Assist in training vascular technology students, residents, and fellows.
9. Participate in research and quality improvement initiatives within the department.
10. Contribute to the vascular department's accreditation process.

Education:

Baccalaureate or associate degree (or equivalent) with demonstrated aptitude for biomedical technology and clinical medicine.

Certification:

Active status as a Registered Vascular Technologist by ARDMS or Registered Vascular Specialist by CCI.

Experience:

Previous demonstrated experience as a vascular technologist is preferred.

Why UVM Medical Center (UVMMC)?

UVMMC is dedicated to providing the highest quality care, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration. Every employee contributes to the wellness of patients and the community.

Learn More:

• What is it like working here? https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/health-careers/culture-and-work-environment
• Why Burlington, VT? https://www.uvmhealth.org/medcenter/for-employees/health-careers/life-in-vermont/about-burlington