Reg Vascular Tech - Vascular Surgery

Department/Unit:

Surgery Vascular Tech

Day (United States of America)

$84,783.00 - $

Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT/RVS)

Vascular Surgery Office, Albany, NY

We are seeking a Registered Vascular Technologist to join our outpatient Vascular Surgery team located in Albany, NY. The Registered Vascular Technologist performs a variety of noninvasive diagnostic tests to detect vascular disease and is able to report findings of exams to medical staff. Must perform clinical assessment of patients and provide basic patient care while testing is being performed, and assist with training of students, residents and staff when necessary.

• Must follow AMC policies, procedures and protocols
• Able to independently conduct all vascular testing including but not limited to reflux studies, visceral examinations, pulse volume recordings (PVR), deep venous thrombosis (DVT) studies, carotids, bypass grafts, aortic ultrasounds, vein mappings, and dialysis access scans
• Perform patient assessment of signs and symptoms including documentation of patient’s medical and surgical history and presenting symptoms
• Perform vascular testing at various on-site locations (vascular clinic/lab, nursing units, ER, OR, etc.) and be responsible for the transportation, loading and unloading of equipment (ultrasound, PVR, etc.) to and from the various locations using personal transportation
• Responsible for accurate and reproducible data collection, insuring that laboratory specific policies and protocols are followed
• Report findings of diagnostic tests, in a timely manner, to physicians, hospital staff and others
• Complete necessary documentation of tests including billing CPT and ICD codes on reports for hospital and laboratory records
• Responsible for appropriate care of PVR and imaging equipment; clean equipment (cuffs, probes, etc.) after use and keep lab equipment clean and restock supplies when necessary; inform Chief Technologist or Lab Director of any equipment malfunction
• Proactive approach to obtain necessary CME’s to maintain individual credentials
• Provide a safe and positive experience for the patient, while creating a professional, positive atmosphere
• Available for backup coverage on occasional weekends, holidays and on-call to cover inpatients
• Perform other related duties as required
• Maintains competent high-quality imaging skills while adhering to IAC standards and protocols
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability; must be respectful of workforce diversity
• Coordinate resources with patient demands; set priorities for work assigned and achieve desired results
• Collect and analyze ultrasound data and report findings, plethysmographic data and report findings

• Associate's Degree from an accredited diagnostic vascular ultrasound program - required
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited diagnostic vascular ultrasound program - preferred
• 1-3 years in the Karmody Vascular Laboratory - required
• 4-6 years in a general or vascular ultrasound department at an outside facility - required
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure/protocol manuals
• Ability to document required information and data on established forms
• Ability to communicate cooperatively and effectively to patients, family members, employees and others
• Be able to accept direction, carry out orders, work cooperatively with others and avoid unnecessary conflict
• Ability to anticipate and resolve potential problems to ensure the continuity of appropriate patient care
• Assist with the transportation and safety of patients to and from vascular lab when necessary
• Transport ultrasound and PVR equipment to patient care areas including inpatient, ER and OR units
• Able to…