Vascular Technologist

Description

Description

Location:

UCHealth UCHlth Anschutz Inpt Pavilion, US:

CO:

Aurora Department:

Work Schedule:

Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $40.40 - $56.56 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant‘s relevant experience. This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option.

Performs vascular sonography in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice, the policies, values, and mission of the organization, and independently of supervision.

• Independently performs responsibilities of underlying job(s) and acts as subject matter expert in providing board certified level of care.
• Prepares patients for procedures within scope of practice.
• Assists physician with performing diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac and/or vascular interventional procedures.
• Performs, analyzes imaging procedures and results; takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient‘s understanding and cooperation.
• Assists with monitoring patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies; troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action.

• Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography, diagnostic cardiac sonography or vascular technology program.
• Minimum experience:
  
  None required. 1 year preferred.
• BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents.
• Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
• Free  membership.
• Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
• Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
• Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options.
• Employer-provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option.
• 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution; additional 457(b) plan may be available.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high‑deductible (HD) medical plan.
• Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement.
• Access to Linked In Learning, thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual‘s race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law.

UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.