Vascular Technologist

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); In loco; USD 44.000 - 66.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

CommonSpirit Memorial is seeking a Vascular Technologist to perform non-invasive vascular exams, prepare patients, and operate ultrasound equipment. You will document findings for physician interpretation and ensure high-quality imaging across carotids, aorta, peripheral arterial and venous studies.

The role requires an accredited Sonography program or 2+ years in vascular sonography, CPR, and eventual vascular registration within 12 months. This PRN position emphasizes accuracy and teamwork.

Competenze

• Graduate of an accredited Sonography program or at least two years experience in vascular sonography.
• Basic Life Support - CPR certification required.
• Registered Vascular Specialist must occur within 12 months.
• Registered Vascular Technologist must occur within 12 months.

Mansioni

• Perform non-invasive vascular diagnostic exams to assess blood flow.
• Prepare patients, operate ultrasound equipment, and document findings.
• Capture and evaluate high-quality images for physicians.
• Coordinate workload and prioritize STAT or discharge-related studies.

Conoscenze

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Formazione

Accredited Sonography program

CPR certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Summary and Responsibilities

PRN

As a Vascular Technologist, you will perform non-invasive vascular diagnostic examinations to assess blood flow and detect abnormalities in arteries and veins. Every day you will prepare patients, operate specialized ultrasound equipment to capture and evaluate high-quality images, and precisely document findings for physician interpretation. To be successful, you will demonstrate expert technical proficiency in vascular ultrasound, a comprehensive understanding of vascular anatomy and pathology, and strong analytical and communication skills for accurate diagnostic information.

• Uses two patient identifiers
• Compares Doctor’s orders to requisition for accuracy.
• Obtains accurate medical history and fills out appropriate worksheets.
• Perform clinical assessment and all diagnostic Vascular Sonography examinations including: Carotids, Aorta, AAA, Renal Duplex, Hepatic/Portal, SMA, Celiac, All types of STENTS and Grafts, Arterial and Venous sonography upper and lower, Segmental pressure exams and stress arterial,other tests as determined by the Technical and Medical directors of the lab.
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images and is able to recognize the significance of all structures visualized and is able to differentiate normal from abnormal and recognize artifacts.
• Coordinates work schedule with supervisor and front desk to assure workload coverage and that studies are performed in proper order based on whether they are STAT, pending discharge, or held over from the day before.

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Sonography institution or At least two (2) years experience in Vascular Sonography, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and
• Registered Vascular Specialist, within 12 - months or
• Registered Vascular Technologist, within 12 - months

Preferred

• One (1) year of experience in Vascular Sonography

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range

$32.30 - $48.05 /hour