"Vascular Tech - IRP"

Scope of Position

The Peripheral Vascular Lab encompasses 4 procedure rooms located on the First floor of the Ross Heart Hospital. The vascular lab is staffed 7:00 am 5:00 pm Monday Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am noon, and Holiday 10 hours on-call coverage for emergent procedures. The tech develops and maintains CEUs, registry, and skill level; Provides sonographic imaging procedures to patients; Assists in training other staff to refine sonographic imaging skills; and assists with quality assessment/improvement.

Position Summary

The PVL Technologist performs vascular testing procedures (both imaging and non-imaging), patient education, and quality assessment activities for the Lab; Serves as a mentor to other sonographers/students to enhance quality; Assists with on-going quality assurance/quality improvement initiatives; Follows imaging protocols and maintains standards for quality; Maintains current knowledge by participation in CME courses which are relevant to vascular procedures/testing (minimum 30 hours required every three years).

Minimum Qualifications

For Hire: Successful completion of an accredited Vascular Sonography program. Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required within 18 months of hire.

On going: Maintains registries (& licensing status); meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements. Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions.