Vascular Technologist

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Glenwood (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga is seeking a Vascular Technologist to perform non-invasive vascular diagnostic examinations, assess blood flow, and detect abnormalities in arteries and veins.

Key responsibilities include patient preparation, operation of specialized ultrasound equipment, and documentation of diagnostic findings. Candidates should possess strong technical skills, understanding of vascular anatomy, and effective communication abilities.

The position requires a graduate of an accredited Sonography institution or relevant experience in Vascular Sonography.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Sonography institution or at least two (2) years experience in Vascular Sonography.
• Basic Life Support - CPR required upon hire.
• One (1) year of experience in Vascular Sonography preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform non-invasive vascular diagnostic examinations to assess blood flow.
• Prepare patients and operate ultrasound equipment for diagnostic imaging.
• Document findings for physician interpretation.
• Conduct clinical assessments and Vascular Sonography examinations.

Skills

Technical proficiency in vascular ultrasound

Understanding of vascular anatomy and pathology

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Sonography institution

Registered Vascular Specialist (within 12 months)

Registered Vascular Technologist (within 12 months)

Job description

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

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

Preferred

• One (1) year of experience in Vascular Sonography