Vascular Technologist

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 57,859 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical & Prescription Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Pension Plan

Pet Insurance

EAP

Professional Development

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ, is seeking a Vascular Technologist to perform noninvasive vascular testing for inpatients and outpatients. The role ensures accurate documentation, maintains lab space and equipment, and contributes to an IAC-compliant program.

The ideal candidate holds a CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program, RVT or RVS credentials, and BLS with annual respirator fit testing. Competitive benefits are offered with a salary aligned to NJ pay standards.

Qualifications

• CAAHEP-accredited ultrasound program is required.
• Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) required.
• Annual Respirator Fit Testing required.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs daily volume of tests consistent with productivity standards.
• Follows vascular laboratory protocols.
• Informs physicians of critical test values within 15 minutes.
• Coordinates testing to maintain optimal productivity.
• Prepares patients and explains procedures.
• Obtains patient history for outpatients; reviews charts for inpatients.
• Operates equipment per manufacturer and department policies.
• Interacts with physicians and nursing staff on patient conditions.
• Performs tests in accordance with IAC standards.
• Reviews test results with reading physicians promptly.
• Participates in Vascular Lab quality assurance meetings.

Skills

RVT/RVS certification

Ultrasound knowledge

Education

CAAHEP ultrasound program

RVT or RVS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Vascular Technologist position is to perform noninvasive vascular testing on inpatients and outpatients, ensure appropriate and timely documentation of studies performed and maintain laboratory space, supplies, and equipment. This position contributes to an effective performance improvement program for the Vascular Laboratory that is consistent with the overall University Hospital plan and with Intersocietal Committee for Accreditation of Vascular Laboratory (IAC) standards. Enhances knowledge to ensure practices are consistent with "state of the art" vascular laboratory procedures.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Performs daily volume of tests consistent with productivity standards.
• Follows vascular laboratory protocols.
• Informs vascular/referring physicians of all critical test values within 15 minutes of discovery.
• Coordinates the testing of patients to maintain optimal productivity.
• Prepares patients for each specific test performed and explains test procedures.
• For outpatients asks appropriate questions to obtain history pertaining to the exam; for inpatients examines the chart thoroughly for the pertinent clinical history.
• Operates equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and department policies.
• Interacts with the physician and nursing staff regarding the patient's conditions.
• Performs all tests in accordance with departmental and Intersocietal Committee for Accreditation of Vascular Laboratory (IAC) standards.
• Reviews test results with reading physicians in a timely manner.
• Actively participates in Vascular Lab quality assurance meetings in reviewing test quality.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) approved ultrasound school or vascular technology program is required.
• Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) required.
• Annual Respirator Fit Testing required.
• Ultrasound School or Vascular Technology Program, Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
• BLS

What We Offer

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Professional Development

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is TT/2800 - $42.34 - $42.84 - $44.12 per hour, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package.

Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.