Vascular Technologist

Northwell Career Site; Village of Lynbrook (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell in New York seeks a skilled Vascular Ultrasound Technologist to perform vascular studies using non-ionizing ultrasonic waves, collaborate with clinicians, and support patient care.

You will prepare patients, operate equipment, perform arterial, venous, and intracranial tests, document findings, and participate in calibration and maintenance; 1-3 years' experience and RVT/RVS certification required.

Qualifications

• Diploma from a vocational or technical school.
• Current RVT or RVS certification is required.
• 1–3 years of technical experience.
• Knowledge of vascular ultrasound procedures and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient for vascular ultrasound exam and position for the study.
• Obtain pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports for correlation.
• Consult with referring physician to determine the required exam.
• Set up equipment and adjust machine settings for accurate results.
• Perform arterial testing of upper and lower extremities with duplex imaging.
• Perform intracranial cerebrovascular testing using transcranial duplex imaging.
• Perform venous testing of upper and lower extremities with duplex imaging.
• Monitor patient during exam and report any changes in condition.
• Document image details and label studies; maintain logs and records.
• Calibrate equipment and troubleshoot as needed.
• All duties described are considered essential functions under ADA.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient positioning

Independent judgment

Education

Vocational or Technical school diploma

RVT or RVS certification

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. 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. 2.Obtains pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with ultrasound exam being performed.
3. 3.Consults with referring physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate ultrasound exam required.
4. 4.Sets-up equipment to administer particular exam in a timely fashion. Uses settings on machines to assure accurate results, using technical judgment.
5. 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. 6.Performs intracranial cerebrovascular testing using transcranial duplex imaging.
7. 7.Performs upper/lower extremity venous testing utilizing duplex imaging.
8. 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. 9.Documents image details and labels study. Maintains records and logs exams performed.
10. 10.Performs frequent calibration checks/adjustmentson ultrasound equipment and troubleshoots mechanical problems, as necessary.
11. 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).