Vascular Technologist - Temporary

Northwell Health; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health seeks a qualified vascular ultrasound technologist to prep and position patients for studies and operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment. The role includes performing venous and arterial duplex exams and related procedures across multiple vascular modalities.

The candidate must have graduated from an accredited sonography program, possess RVT or RVS credentials, and have at least one year of hospital-based sonography experience, with strong communication skills and attention to

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical sonography program.
• RVT or RVS credentials required.
• Minimum of one year hospital-based sonography experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for vascular study by determining necessary anatomical positioning and ensuring comfort.
• Operate ultrasonic diagnostic equipment to examine venous/arterial duplex, ABI/PVR, carotid, and other vascular studies.
• Measure and document pressures and pulse in peripheral arteries/veins as needed.
• Notify physician to review findings and determine if further examination is required.
• Prepare and transmit reports; maintain examination records.
• Keep equipment in good working order and arrange repairs when needed.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Vascular ultrasound experience

Team collaboration

Venous insufficiency

Education

Graduate of an accredited medical sonography program

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

188603
Shift Details- Monday - Thursday

Job Description

Prepares and positions patients appropriately for vascular studies. Sets-up, operates and maintains related diagnostic equipment.

Job Responsibility

• Prepares patients for vascular study by determining necessary anatomical positioning of patients in accordance with departmental policy.
• Operates ultrasonic diagnostic equipment to examine various parts of body (i.e. upper and lower extremity venous and arterial duplex, ABI/pvr, carotid duplex, trans-cranial duplex/Doppler, visceral vascular, graft surveillance, vein mapping, EVAR/abdominal aortic duplex, etc.
• Measures and calculates pressures and pulse on peripheral arteries and veins throughout body (carotid, aorta, femoral, popliteal, saphenous).
• Notifies physician to review and ascertain whether further examination, is required.
• Prepares and transmits reports and maintains examination records.
• Maintains equipment in proper working order, makes minor adjustments, and requests repair service, as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

Job Qualification

Graduate of an accredited medical sonography program, required.

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), required.

Minimum of one (1) year sonography experience in hospital setting, required.

Ability to communicate effectively.

• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), required. Minimum of one (1) year of Vascular Ultrasound experience, REQUIRED. Proficiency Venous in Venous Insufficiency exam, REQUIRED. Ability to communicate effectively.
• 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).