Vascular Technologist

Northwell Health; Village of Lake Success (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a qualified Vascular Technologist to perform vascular ultrasound studies at multiple campus locations in Lake Success and Rego Park. The role requires RVT or RVS certification and 1–3 years of technical experience, with strong patient communication and collaboration with clinicians.

The position involves preparing patients, executing arterial/venous duplex exams, and documenting results.

Qualifications

• Vocational or technical diploma required.
• Current RVT or RVS certification required.
• 1-3 years of technical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for vascular ultrasound exam and explain procedures.
• Obtain imaging and reports for correlation with ultrasound.
• Consult with referring physicians on exam requirements and patient history.
• Set up equipment and adjust settings for accurate results.
• Perform arterial and venous duplex imaging and related tests.
• Document images and maintain logs of exams.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot ultrasound equipment as needed.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Vascular testing

Patient preparation

Clinical collaboration

Education

Vocational or Technical school Diploma

Tools

Duplex ultrasound equipment

Job description

This position is working Monday - Thursday at 1999 Marcus Avenue, in Lake Success and Fridays at 92-25 Queens Blvd. 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

• 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.
• Obtains pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with ultrasound exam being performed.
• Consults with referring physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate ultrasound exam required.
• Sets-up equipment to administer particular exam in a timely fashion. Uses settings on machines to assure accurate results, using technical judgment.
• Performs physiologic arterial testing of upper/lower extremities utilizing analogue waveforms, segmental pressures, photoplethysmography, pulse volume recording, exercise or hyperemia response, and duplex imaging.
• Performs intacranial cerebrovascular testing using transcranial duplex imaging.
• Performs upper/lower extremity venous testing utilizing duplex imaging.
• 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.
• Documents image details and labels study. Maintains records and logs exams performed.
• Performs frequent calibration checks/adjustmentson ultrasound equipment and troubleshoots mechanical problems, as necessary.
• 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).