Vascular Ultrasound Technologist

Emory Healthcare Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare is seeking a Vascular Ultrasound Technologist to operate diagnostic equipment and provide patient care at Emory Midtown Hospital. The role requires expertise in ultrasound technology and vascular procedures, with a focus on quality care and patient comfort. If you have the required qualifications and seek to contribute to a leading health system in Georgia, join us!

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Wellness incentives

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of ultrasound technology, vascular technology, or cardiovascular program.
• Two years of ultrasound experience with at least one in vascular technology.
• Current ARDMS or CCI registry certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operates vascular US equipment for diagnostic procedures.
• Assists in training vascular staff and students.
• Explains procedures and manages patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Ultrasound Technology

Vascular Anatomy Knowledge

Education

Accredited school of ultrasound technology

Job description

Overview

Be valued. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

Join the only health system in Georgia with five Magnet-designated organizations — four hospitals and the first ambulatory care facility in Georgia — and the rest “on the Magnet journey.” We'll fuel your professional journey with:

• Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs
• Family-focused benefits
• Wellness incentives
• Ongoing mentorship and leadership programs
• And more

Description

PRN / Emory Midtown Hospital

• Operates vascular US equipment to produce scans and physiologic equipment to produce plethysmographic and Doppler waveforms and segmental pressure data for diagnostic procedures in the Vascular Lab.
• Operates other medical equipment as needed. Provides quality patient care to patients having vascular procedures. May participate in more complex procedures.
• Communicates and explains various procedures to patients and families. Processes required paper work, and has knowledge of all supplies, and stocks rooms.
• Assists in training vascular staff and students. Responsible for clinical care of patient. Assesses patient's condition and vascular status to determine and perform appropriate exam and obtain specific diagnostic results.
• Performs vascular procedures and analyzes data with minimal physician supervision. Sets up procedure rooms including equipment and supplies in a comfortable environment for patients. Obtains, films, and records optimum vascular US scans and physiologic exams; analyzes relevant data prior to interpretation by Vascular Lab physician.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of vascular anatomy and physiology as evidenced in the performance of examinations.
• Uses investigative skills to evaluate appropriateness of physician's orders in relation to patient's vascular condition and clinical indication.
• Provides physician with oral or written preliminary report to aid in patient diagnosis and management.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and to obtain patient cooperation. Assists with patient/family education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an accredited school of ultrasound technology, vascular technology or a cardiovascular program.
• Two years of ultrasound experience with at least one of those years in an area of vascular technology.
• Current registry certificate from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) ( RVT, RVS or RT (VS) required).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY! Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties.

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Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.