Vascular Technician

Silicon Valley Medical Development; Mountain View (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing provider organization is seeking a Vascular Technologist to perform non-invasive vascular exams within community clinics in Santa Clara County. The successful candidate will hold a relevant Bachelor's degree and RVT certification with strong communication skills and teamwork capabilities. This role is focused on enhancing patient care and satisfaction through expert imaging and collaboration with medical professionals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a vascular technologist.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to work as a flexible and cooperative team member.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-invasive vascular exams and manage diagnostic imaging equipment.
• Prepare patients and ensure their comfort during procedures.
• Review images for quality and accurately position patients for diagnoses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient relations

Communication

Teamwork

Technical adjustment of equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in vascular technology

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

Current BLS or CPR certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

EMR systems (e.g., Epic)

Job description

Silicon Valley Medical Development, (SVMD) LLC is a growing provider organization with community-based ambulatory care clinics and medical practices in Santa Clara County.

SVMD seeks to coordinate care that best fit the needs of the communities we serve, with like-minded people who want to simplify the healthcare experience. With a commitment to teamwork and quality, together we can offer exceptional care to our patients.

The Vascular Technologist works closely with cardiology providers and radiologist, by performing non-invasive vascular exams in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of a variety of disorders or diseases affecting the vascular system.

Essential Functions:

• Prepares patients for procedures by taking their medical history and answering any questions about the procedure
• Prepares and maintain diagnostic imaging equipment
• Applies non-invasive ultrasound techniques to diagnose blood vein, artery, or vessel diseases or disorders.
• Make adjustments to equipment to produce high-quality ultrasound images for physicians to interpret.
• Compares patients’ most recent scans to previous results and assessing diagnostic information.
• Reviews images and/ or test results to ensure quality and adequate coverage of the areas needed for diagnoses
• Recognizes the difference between normal and abnormal images, and accurately positions patients so desired anatomy will be demonstrated
• Determines and sets appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients
• Contributes to the overall patient experience and satisfaction
• Models WeCare principles
• Participates in performance improvement activities
• Adheres to HR, safety, HIPAA and compliance policies, and attendance requirements
• Performs work in accordance with established schedules, policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in vascular technology.
• Current California State-licensed Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT).
• American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a vascular technologist.
• Advanced knowledge of ultrasound equipment, procedures, and techniques.
• Current BLS or CPR
• Experience working with an EMR (i.e., Epic)
• Ability to accurately type a minimum of 40 WPM
• Strong verbal and written communications, and active listening skills
• Solid patient/guest relations skills with the ability to communicate in a professional, courteous and efficient manner
• Ability to perform basic math
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to effectively organize and prioritize task in order to complete assignments within the time allotted to maintain standard workflow
• Ability to work effectively as a team member who is flexible, cooperative and willing to assist others

Preferred:

• EPIC EMR experience