Vascular Technologist II (0.9 Alternating - Lafayette) at Franciscan Alliance, Inc.

Lafayette, Indiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Ultrasound, Vascular Technology, Patient Care, Diagnostic Imaging, Clinical Competence, Safety Regulations, Patient Education, Data Transfer, Quality Assurance, Team Collaboration, Training, Documentation, Patient Identification, Historical Information Review, Test Procedure Development, Emergency Response

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus 1701 S Creasy Ln Lafayette, Indiana 47905 The Vascular Technologist II is responsible for conducting tests, and using ultrasound equipment and technologies which support physicians in diagnosing disorders related to the patients internal body parts and blood flow. The Vascular Technologist II is registered as a diagnostic medical sonographer and a vascular technologist. This position assists in training students and interns, and collaborates with Imaging leadership in the development or modification of test procedure and protocols. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Prepare and maintain diagnostic equipment and supplies. Schedule patients in a timely and consistent manner. Perform STAT and ASAPs as outlined in department guidelines. Respond appropriately to call. Demonstrate clinical competence. Make notifications of clinical significance, which could affect the interpretation of a test, including patient history and physiological findings. Compile all paperwork appropriately and in a timely manner. Assures transfer of data to interpreting physician. Utilize appropriate safety measures for all concerned within area of responsibility. Verify each patient’s identification by armband, or by inquiry of patient that requires certain information known to them to confirm their identity. Obtain, review and utilize all historical information relevant to the procedure being requested. Educate and inform patients to promote understanding and cooperation to ensure optimal quality of procedures. Instruct and orient employees and students in proper performance of diagnostic procedures and functions of the department. Review test images to check for quality and sufficient coverage. Compare patients’ most recent scans to previous results and assess diagnostic information. Provide summary findings for physicians and other medical professionals involved with a patient’s case. Adhere to OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNREC, and JCAHO safety codes, regulations, and requirements. Qualifications Required Certificate Ultrasound Required Associate's Degree Radiology or Ultrasound 1 year Ultrasound experience Preferred 1 year Vascular experience Preferred Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographers (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification - . ARRT (VS) Registered Vascular Specialist - . RVS CCI TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Up to 20% EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.

Responsibilities

The Vascular Technologist II conducts tests using ultrasound equipment to assist physicians in diagnosing disorders related to patients' internal body parts and blood flow. This role also involves training students and interns and collaborating with Imaging leadership on test procedures and protocols.