Vascular Technologist - St. Rita's Medical Center

Lima, OH

About the position

The Vascular Technologist performs diagnostic, non-invasive, vascular exams on patients using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate the Cerebrovascular, Peripheral arterial, and Peripheral venous systems. Job may also include Abdominal Vascular evaluation. On-Call is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs high quality diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations using ultrasound and physiologic testing equipment to evaluate the cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous systems and adheres to exam protocols except when deviation is clinically necessary.
• Prepares patients for procedures, including explaining the procedure and providing instructions in order to obtain the desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize patient anxiety.
• Contacts referring physician (or other appropriate medical personnel) for clarification prior to performing an exam if there is a suspicion that the exam order is incorrect.
• Utilizes the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information, enter preliminary reporting, and document any critical findings in accordance with department policy.
• Completes assigned tasks in a time frame appropriate for the situation.
• Demonstrates behaviors consistent with the Mission and Values of the organization and adheres to the standards and policies set forth by the Corporate responsibility program.
• Adheres to all standards and policies regarding safety initiatives, infection control policies, and protecting patient confidentiality.
• Demonstrate ability to perform non-invasive vascular exams at the level of proficiency.
• Demonstrate knowledge of vascular anatomy, exam procedures, interpretation criteria, and correlation of vascular lab exam results with other hospital procedures.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Credentialed in vascular technology by one of the following organizations preferred at time of hire, required within 1 year: Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVT) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Vascular Sonographer by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
• Associate's degree in an applied health science field with concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography or other related study (preferred)
• One year of experience as vascular technologist (preferred)
• Training in EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Training in Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Nice-to-haves

• Monitor patient conditions during procedure
• Identify complex vascular pathology
• Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
• Record patient preliminary reports
• Evaluate employee performance
• Analyzing data or information
• Schedule Development
• Attention to detail
• Acceptance of authority
• Critical thinking
• Communication with patients & associates
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Associate Development

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more