Vascular Technologist

GENERAL SUMMARY/ OVERVIEW STATEMENT:

The Vascular Ultrasound Technologist operates ultrasonic equipment and performs diagnostic procedures such as carotid (extracranial), peripheral venous, abdominal visceral, transcranial (intracranial) or peripheral arterial ultrasounds, which require the application of ultrasonic technology. He/she/they will perform physiologic exam of the arterial and venous systems including plethysmography.

Working closely with Dr. Gaurav Parmar, this vascular technologist will work on Fridays in Revere and be responsible for test results, preliminary report writing, and transmission of data to 360 Powerscribe software and EPIC. In concordance with lab policies, he/she/they will report critical findings and emergent results to appropriate healthcare personnel.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Obtains relevant patient history, physical examination and reasons for testing, records information and determines the appropriate testing to be performed. Reviews patient history and other supporting clinical data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.

Explains procedures to patients to assure optimum test results.

Selects appropriate transducer to optimize visualization, depending on depth of field, vessels to be identified, etc. Adjusts equipment to focus, positions patient to optimize testing results.

Performs arterial, venous, carotid, abdominal visceral and transcranial tests; ensures safety and care of patients undergoing testing. Ensures digital images are sent to PACS.

Records patient data, writes preliminary reports and provides information to the physician and EPIC/PACS/360 Powerscribe in a timely fashion.

Participates in routine care maintenance and calibration of equipment.

• Minimum of college undergraduate degree
• Possess a registered vascular technologist (RVT) credential
• Certified by the ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) as an RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist), CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) RVS (Registered Vascular Sonographer) or obtain this credential within one year of employment.
• Related diagnostic ultrasound experience from past employment or training program
• Possess AHA, BLS Certification

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