Vascular Technologist at Northwell Career Site

Town of Brookhaven, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jun, 26

Salary

136340.0

Posted On

07 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Vascular Ultrasound, Non-ionizing Waves, Diagnostic Imaging, Patient Preparation, Physiologic Testing, Duplex Imaging, Transcranial Duplex Imaging, Equipment Calibration, Troubleshooting, Patient Observation, Record Keeping

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Job Description Performs vascular studies on assigned patients. Utilizes independent judgment in the application of non-ionizing, high frequency ultrasonic waves for diagnosis of disease. Collaborates with clinicians to ensure appropriateness of studies and performs related administrative tasks. Job Responsibility 1.Prepares patient for vascular ultrasound exam. Positions patient on examination table according to departmental standard operating procedures. Explains procedures in layman’s terms to relieve patient of pre-testing anxiety. 2.Obtains pertinent imaging and diagnostic reports required for correlation with ultrasound exam being performed. 3.Consults with referring physician regarding patient history and to determine appropriate ultrasound exam required. 4.Sets-up equipment to administer particular exam in a timely fashion. Uses settings on machines to assure accurate results, using technical judgment. 5.Performs physiologic arterial testing of upper/lower extremities utilizing analogue waveforms, segmental pressures, photoplethysmography, pulse volume recording, exercise or hyperemia response, and duplex imaging. 6.Performs intracranial cerebrovascular testing using transcranial duplex imaging. 7.Performs upper/lower extremity venous testing utilizing duplex imaging. 8.Observes patient during entire examination. Recognizes and reports any changes in patient’s condition and/or motor abnormality complaints by patient including: fainting, discoloration, etc. in accordance with procedures. 9.Documents image details and labels study. Maintains records and logs exams performed. 10.Performs frequent calibration checks/adjustmentson ultrasound equipment and troubleshoots mechanical problems, as necessary. 11.Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions. Job Qualification Vocational or Technical school Diploma required. Current Registered Vascular Technologist OR Registered Vascular Specialist certification, required. Specialized certifications, as needed. 1-3 years of technical experience, required. *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).

Responsibilities

The Vascular Technologist performs vascular studies using ultrasonic waves for disease diagnosis, requiring independent judgment and collaboration with clinicians to ensure study appropriateness. Responsibilities include preparing patients, setting up equipment, performing various arterial and venous tests, and documenting all procedures and observations.