Vascular Ultrasound Technologist I — Start Your Impact

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Part time

Job summary

UTMB Health is seeking an entry-level Vascular Technologist I to perform/non-invasive vascular ultrasound studies and support physicians with diagnostic procedures. The role emphasizes patient safety, exam quality, and adherence to ultrasound standards across procedures.

You will assist with a variety of tests, mentor students, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality care in a busy clinical setting within UTMB Health.

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of a formal vascular technology training program.
• Graduate from a diagnostic ultrasound training program (2-4 years).
• On the job training is accepted if already registered.
• Hold American Heart Association (BLS) certification.
• Be ARRT-VS, RDMS-RVT or RVS certified or registry eligible (must be registered within 6 months of hire).

Responsibilities

• Prepares a summary of technical findings for interpretation by vascular surgeons and provides preliminary interpretations to ordering physician.
• Promotes a positive work environment, collaborates with all members of the patient care team.
• Guides and mentor’s Vascular ultrasound students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities.
• Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
• Utilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.
• Optimizes protocols to provide better patient care, image quality and patient experience.
• Utilizes AIDET and comply with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.
• Reports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.
• Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions or potential outcomes, as appropriate.
• Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use.
• Assists with implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives and standards of practice.
• Use resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
• Participates in special departmental projects, initiatives or shared governance activities.

Tools

American Heart Association (BLS)

ARRT-VS

RDMS-RVT

RVS

Registry eligible

Job description

UTMB Health is seeking an entry-level Vascular Technologist I to perform/non-invasive vascular ultrasound studies and support physicians with diagnostic procedures. The role emphasizes patient safety, exam quality, and adherence to ultrasound standards across procedures.

You will assist with a variety of tests, mentor students, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality care in a busy clinical setting within UTMB Health.