Vascular Ultrasound Tech

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

PTO

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Vascular Ultrasound Tech for DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital to perform noninvasive vascular imaging and Doppler studies. The role includes interpreting results, assisting in diagnosis, and teaching residents and students.

You will schedule tests, operate equipment, and participate in quality improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates hold an RVT/ARDMS/CCI certification, an associate degree, and BLS.

Qualifications

• Analytical and clinical skills to perform procedures.
• Ability to monitor, interpret and report results accurately.
• Familiarity with vascular anatomy and Doppler procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform noninvasive peripheral vascular imaging using Doppler equipment.
• Interpret and report preliminary results to aid diagnosis.
• Teach vascular procedures to residents and students.
• Schedule tests and coordinate with physicians.
• Maintain and calibrate testing equipment and supplies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Clinical skills

Mechanical skills

Interpersonal skills

CPR

Vascular knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in science

RVT/ARDMS/CCI certification

BLS certification

Job description

Job Description - Vascular Ultrasound Tech (2606003046)

Vascular Ultrasound Tech - 2606003046

Description

Embark on a rewarding career with DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

Benefits Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Summary Description

Under general supervision, performs noninvasive peripheral vascular imaging and Doppler procedures; interprets and reports preliminary results of peripheral vascular imaging procedures to aid in the diagnosis of arterial, venous and cerebral vascular disease and disorders in patients.

Performs all types of arterial and venous examinations with noninvasive equipment for the purpose of aiding in diagnosis and evaluation of vascular disease in the head, abdomen, upper and lower extremities and anatomical and functional assessment as required (for example: Dialysis Access and Transcranial Doppler).

Interprets and reports preliminary results of tests in patient's charts; confers with physician regarding test results as required. Evaluates and interprets vascular studies performed in laboratory, assessing the need for further testing. Performs additional tests as necessary and /or confers with supervisor to determine if additional testing is required.

Participates in vascular research studies; gathers research data, conducts studies, analyzes and reports findings to principal investigator.

Participates in teaching vascular procedures to residents, fellows and student technicians.

Schedules patient tests and answers telephone as necessary.

Operates, cleans and performs minor maintenance and repairs of testing equipment and machinery to maintain them in proper operating condition according to established standards. Inventories departmental supplies; orders and restocks supplies as needed.

Participates in process improvement and quality improvement initiatives. Maintains a professional knowledge base through conference attendance and professional organizations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in science or applied sciences from an accredited College or University, or equivalent, in order to be familiar with the anatomy and physiology of the vascular system and to comprehend theoretical and conceptual basis of related test procedures.
• Certification as a RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) or CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) or registry eligible. ARDMS is preferred. Registry-eligible candidates must be registered as a RVT or RVS within 12 months of hire.
• Concentration in extra-cerebral and peripheral vascular strongly preferred.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Required

Skills Required

• Analytical and clinical skills necessary to perform assigned clinical procedures recognize unusual symptoms or reactions and take appropriate action.
• Visual, aural and perceptual acuity necessary to analyze variations in clinical findings, monitor data and recognize and measure variations in procedure results.
• Mechanical skills necessary to perform minor maintenance, repair and calibration of diagnostic equipment.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to work productively with a variety of patients and hospital personnel in a sensitive patient care environment.
• Skills necessary to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
• Knowledge of effects of vascular drugs and pathologies on procedure results

Facility Description

DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is DMC’s largest hospital, offering a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services. Sinai-Grace’s joint replacement program features a revolutionary minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgery that attracts patients from all over the country. Sinai-Grace operates more than 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Wayne and Oakland Counties and is one of 10 hospitals in the nation to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians throughout the nation.

EEO Statement

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