Vascular Technologist

Ascension Healthcare; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as an Ultrasound Technician in Jacksonville, FL. This PRN role involves performing vascular diagnostic procedures and ensuring optimal patient care and safety. In addition to a supportive work environment, Ascension offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Qualifications

• Experience with vascular diagnostic procedures.
• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Credentialing from ARDMS or ARRT in Sonography preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform vascular diagnostic procedures following safety guidelines.
• Monitor patient comfort and ensure equipment functionality.
• Maintain a clean and orderly department environment.

Skills

Patient Evaluation

Vascular Diagnostic Procedures

Attention to Detail

Education

High School diploma equivalency or Associate's degree

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Ultrasound

+ **Schedule:** PRN

+ **Hospital:** Ascension St. Vincent's Southside

+ **Location:** Jacksonville, FL

This is a PRN position and it is not eligible for benefits.

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Perform vascular diagnostic procedures to detect peripheral vascular disease or obstructions.

+ Evaluate patient for presence of peripheral vascular disease by selecting most effective procedures within regulatory and compliance guidelines.

+ Perform appropriate diagnostic procedures, record patient test results and report results.

+ Monitor patient comfort and safety during tests, alerting physicians to abnormalities or changes in patient responses.

+ Maintain adequate supplies and verify all equipment is in proper working condition; report deficiencies and failures.

+ Position patients and select anatomic and technical parameters accurately.

+ Ensure all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.

+ Ensure prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).

+ Assist in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ One or more of the following required:

+ Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

+ Radiologic Technologist specializing in Sonography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

+ Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

+ Sonography Tech specializing in Vascular Sonography credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

**Additional Preferences**

No additional preferences.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension St. Vincent's is expanding in the fastest-growing county in Northeast Florida with the addition of a fourth regional hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s St. Johns County. Serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, Ascension St. Vincent's has been providing caregivers in every discipline a rewarding career in healthcare since 1873.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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