Vascular Technologist - Temporary

Northwell Health; Bay Shore (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health is seeking a qualified vascular sonographer to prepare patients for vascular studies and operate diagnostic ultrasound equipment across multiple modalities. You will measure arterial and venous parameters, document findings, and relay results to physicians for review.

The role requires a graduate of an accredited program, ARDMS/CCI certifications, at least one year of hospital-based experience, and strong communication skills to coordinate with teams and patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical sonography program.
• Registered RVT (ARDMS) or RVS (CCI) required.
• Minimum of one year sonography experience in a hospital setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for vascular study by determining necessary anatomical positioning of patients.
• Operates ultrasonic diagnostic equipment to examine various parts of the body (e.g., venous/arterial duplex, ABI/pvr, carotid duplex, trans-cranial duplex/Doppler).
• Measures and calculates pressures and pulse on peripheral arteries and veins throughout the 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.

Skills

Communication

Education

RVT/ARDMS or RVS/CCI certification

Job description

Shift Details- Monday - Thursday

Job Description

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

Job Responsibility

1.Prepares patients for vascular study by determining necessary anatomical positioning of patients in accordance with departmental policy.
2.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.
3.Measures and calculates pressures and pulse on peripheral arteries and veins throughout body (carotid, aorta, femoral, popliteal, saphenous).
4.Notifies physician to review and ascertain whether further examination, is required.
5.Prepares and transmits reports and maintains examination records.
6.Maintains equipment in proper working order, makes minor adjustments, and requests repair service, as required.
7.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).