Vascular Technician III

Newport News, Virginia

Overview
The Noninvasive Vascular Technologist performs ultrasound examinations in a trauma hospital setting (requiring call rotation), demonstrating the skills and knowledge to assess technical data reflective of patient status relative to age and specific needs, and to assist in the interpretation of same, providing preliminary impressions as appropriate. Delivers quality, cost effective patient care in a professional manner. Works effectively to maintain an environment of excellence, which is patient focused, providing timely, compassionate, quality patient care.

What you will do

• Performs noninvasive vascular ultrasound examinations. Produces quality images following appropriate protocols and procedures. Provides and maintains clinical documentation per scope of practice.


• Educates patients/families regarding the procedure and/or treatment to be performed. Positions the patient and completes the procedure.


• Demonstrates commitment to safety and quality and prevents or reduces harms through knowledge and application of departmental policies, procedures, and resource documents.


• Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Follows RHS policies and procedures. Reports variances.


• Provides effective and efficient assessment, actions, and documentation.

Qualifications

Education

• Program Graduate, Accredited Sonography Program (Preferred) or


• Associates Degree, Accredited Sonography Program (Preferred) or


• Bachelors Degree, Accredited Sonography Program (Preferred)

Experience

• 1 year Imaging Experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC)   Upon Hire(Required) and


• Vascular Sonography - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Upon Hire(Required) or


• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Upon Hire(Required) or


• Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Upon Hire(Required)

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