Vascular Technologist Per-Diem

POSITION SUMMARY:

Boston Medical Center seeks a full-time Vascular Technologist for our IAC Accredited Vascular Lab.

The Vascular Team closely works with 4 Vascular Surgeons, 2 Cardiologists, 2 Neurologists, Fellows/Residents, and 6 Vascular Technologists.

Position: Vascular Technologist

Department: Vascular Lab

Schedule: Per-Diem

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

Responsibilities

• Performs all diagnostic vascular exams with the ability to recognize between normal and abnormal findings: Spectrum of exams include Arterial, Venous, Extracranial, Intracranial, Visceral, Physiologic and Intra-Operative Procedures.

• Performs vascular sonographer duties that meet departmental needs including preparing preliminary exam reports and entering them in the vascular lab database of EPIC and Apollo.

• Able to communicate critical test results to appropriate providers and interacts with providers to ensure appropriate exams.

• Illustrate an understanding of CPT billing codes.

• Exhibits a thorough knowledge of and assists in the maintenance of the policy and procedure manual including exam protocols.

• Proficient with all lab equipment and ensures equipment failures are reported and documented. Learns new machines with minimal oversight and ensures all equipment and supplies are available.

• Participates in Quality Assurance and quality control programs. Plans and executes improvement efforts and resolves issues.

• Participates in training of junior vascular technologists, students, residents, and fellows as well as presentations in staff meetings.

• Participates in research projects including clinical trials within the Vascular Surgery Department.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree in Vascular Tech/Ultrasound, or BS/AS in any allied health/science discipline plus a certificate from an accredited vascular ultrasound program.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Certified through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), or ARDMS (RVT) Registry within 24 months.

EXPERIENCE:

• (2) years of experience in vascular ultrasound technology and non-invasive vascular exams preferred; however, a motivated recent graduate would be considered.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• The vascular ultrasound technologist will perform the full spectrum of vascular studies: Peripheral Vascular Lab services provided by technologists include Non-Invasive Carotid Studies, Arterial Duplex Studies (AVF, Graft Surveillance, Stent Surveillance, etc.) Venous Duplex Studies, Transcranial Doppler Studies, Renal Artery Studies, Arterial Physiology studies and Vein Mapping studies

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans