Vascular Technologist II

AECOM; Houston (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Peripheral Vascular Tech to perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasound procedures. The successful candidate will operate patient care equipment and assist with patient care needs, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality care. This role requires an Associate’s Degree, relevant certifications, and experience in the medical field.

Qualifications

• Registered by ARDMS as RVT or RDCS OR by CCI as RVS or RCS.
• Three years related experience required.

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties of a Peripheral Vascular Tech I.
• Operates ultrasound equipment for diagnostic procedures.
• Provides patient orientation and care during procedures.

Skills

Ultrasound Operation

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Health Related Program

Job description

**Responsibilities**

**Position Responsibilities:**

+ Performs all duties of a Peripheral Vascular Tech I

+ Prepares equipment ensuring that equipment is operational, safe and functioning according to diagnostic standards.

+ Actively Participates with patient testing, performing routine, non‐routine, urgent, and emergent patient requests.

+ Communicates with Patient Transportation, Nursing Units, Physician Offices, other diagnostic areas to ensure that the patients receive their diagnostic procedures in a smooth, efficient and safe manner.

+ Performs portable examinations at the bedside to ensure patient safety as well as provide immediate diagnostic testing when needed.

**Qualifications**

**Minimum Requirements:**

**Education and Licensure:**

+ Associate’s Degree health related program in a related medical field, which include seminar course training in cardiac ultrasound OR one year certificate preferred

+ Registered by American Diagnostic Registry for Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as RVT or RDCS ‐OR‐ Registered by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as RVS or RCS

**Minimum Experience:**

+ Three (3) years related experience

**Overview**

Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center is an internationally recognized leader in research and clinical excellence that has given rise to breakthroughs in cardiovascular care, neuroscience, oncology, transplantation, and more. Our team’s efforts have led to the creation of many research programs and initiatives to develop advanced treatments found nowhere else in the world. In our commitment to advancing standards in an ever-evolving healthcare environment, our new McNair Campus is designed around the human experience—modeled on evidence-based practices for the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians. The 27.5-acre campus represents the future of healthcare through a transformative alliance focused on leading-edge patient care, research, and education. Our strong alliance with Texas Heart Institute and Baylor College of Medicine allows us to bring our patients a powerful network of care unlike any other. Our collaboration is focused on increasing access to care through a growing network of leading specialists and revolutionizing healthcare to save lives and improve the health of the communities we serve.

**Position Summary:**

Operates ultrasound equipment and Performs a variety of technical diagnostic procedures which encompass the specialty areas of Peripheral Vascular Imaging. Provides a preliminary report of procedure completed. Provides patient orientation, procedure explanation, and pre and post diagnostic care to completion of test. Performs complete diagnostic tests inclusive of positioning patient, calibration of equipment, documentation of findings, under the direct supervision of the supervisor and/or Non‐Invasive Cardiology Manager. Assists patients with basic patient care needs. Provides emergency care, notifying appropriate personnel and Ensures that patient safety is not jeopardized.

**Pay Range**

$33.60 - $48.73 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.