The Travel Registered Vascular Technologist is responsible for performing non-invasive diagnostic ultrasound examinations as ordered for patients with peripheral arterial, venous, carotid artery and renal artery disease.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Participates in establishing and implementing the department vision and mission statement.
Performs and records results of ultrasound evaluations. Evaluates results of ultrasound exams and writes a preliminary report.
Schedules exams to coordinate with other patient examinations and/or other departments.
Maintains records of examination data and other pertinent information on patients.
Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in work areas.
Positions and transfers patients properly and comfortably.
Enhances professional growth and development through participation in hospital educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, workshops, department meetings, and local chapter meetings.
Operates equipment as directed according to policy and procedure manuals
Assists in gathering and recording Q.A. data as required for the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Vascular Labs
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Sitting or standing up to 6 hours a day, or up to 2 hours at a time. Frequently uses hands. Uses upper extremities to occasionally lift up to 40 pounds. Frequently stoops, bends, or reaches above shoulder level. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to general vision, near vision, and peripheral vision. Lifts, positions, pushes and/or transfers patients weighing up to 350 lbs. with assistance.
EDUCATION:
Registry by Cardiovascular Credentialing International or American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Minimum of two years as registered vascular technologist by ARDMS or CCI required.
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include your present employer and if listing prior agency experience, please also include the hospital names and locations of your assignments. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses. If you have questions, please reach out to our Travel Recruitment Specialist at 484-658-1737 or Natasha.Dunda@sluhn.org. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!
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