Vascular Technologist

MedStar Health; Village of Lake Success (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Vascular Technologist to perform vascular studies using ultrasound technology. The role requires collaboration with clinicians and involves preparing patients for exams, obtaining necessary diagnostic reports, and maintaining equipment. Candidates must hold a technical diploma and appropriate certifications, with 1-3 years of experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires 1-3 years of technical experience.
• Must have Registered Vascular Technologist or Registered Vascular Specialist certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs vascular studies on assigned patients using ultrasound equipment.
• Prepares patients for exams and explains procedures to relieve anxiety.
• Documents and maintains accurate records of exams performed.

Skills

Technical Judgment

Patient Communication

Education

Vocational or Technical school Diploma

Registered Vascular Technologist certification

Job description

Monday - Thursday will work in Lake Success. Friday the office works in Rego Park.

Job Description

Performs vascular studies on assigned patients. Utilizes independent judgment in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease. Collaborates with clinicians to ensure appropriateness of studies and performs related administrative tasks.

Job Responsibility

1.Prepares patient for vascular ultrasound exam. Positions patient on examination table according to departmental standard operating procedures. Explains procedures in layman's terms to relieve patient of pre-testing anxiety.
2.Obtains pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with ultrasound exam being performed.
3.Consults with referring physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate ultrasound exam required.
4.Sets-up equipment to administer particular exam in a timely fashion. Uses settings on machines to assure accurate results, using technical judgment.
5.Performs physiologic arterial testing of upper/lower extremities utilizing analogue waveforms, segmental pressures, photoplethysmography, pulse volume recording, exercise or hyperemia response, and duplex imaging.
6.Performs arterial duplex imaging upper and lower, abdominal/visceral duplex exams and dialysis access fistulas.
7.Performs upper/lower extremity venous testing utilizing duplex imaging.
8.Observes patient during entire examination. Recognizes and reports any changes in patient's condition and/or motor abnormality complaints by patient including fainting, discoloration, etc. in accordance with procedures.
9.Documents image details and labels study. Maintains records and logs exams performed.
10.Performs frequent calibration checks/adjustments on ultrasound equipment and troubleshoots mechanical problems, as necessary.
11.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions.

Job Qualification

Vocational or Technical school Diploma required.
Current Registered Vascular Technologist OR Registered Vascular Specialist certification, required.
Specialized certifications, as needed.
1-3 years of technical experience, required.

*Additional Salary Detail
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).