Neurovascular Tech Diem

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a five-time Magnet-Recognized health system for nursing excellence and is comprised of 2 hospitals. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 250 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

$48.00

Performs a variety of non-invasive vascular exams for the use in diagnosis of vascular system disorders as directed by a physician to ensure quality patient care. Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Education:
  
  Graduate of a vascular technology program. RVT or RVS credentialing or must attain within six months of employment.
• Experience:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a vascular technology program.
• Other Credentials:
  Knowledge and
  
  Skills:
  
  Corporate Compliance, Annual Mandatories, Clinical Mandatories, AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider, PPD YEARLY, Annual Code Blue.
• Special Training:
  Graduate of a vascular technology program. Appropriate credentialing in vascular testing (RVT, RVS) or must attain appropriate credentialing within six months of employment.
• Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: (none specified)
• Usual Work Day:
  Non-Exempt Hours

• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of vascular principles and theory, anatomy and pathology processes utilizing the most appropriate technique and positioning for optimal examinations.
• Adheres to department policies and protocols ensuring all examinations are optimized for interpretation.
• Provides accurate interpretable data, relevant clinical history and technical interpretation results for all examinations performed.
• Logs and charges all procedures performed accurately and routes studies to the appropriate physician for interpretation in a timely manner. Retrieves patient files for all previously seen patients and combines with accurately labeled paperwork.
• Immediately notifies referring physician with preliminary results upon identification of potentially critical findings or STAT examination, as evidenced by departmental documentation tool.
• Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work area in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of patients and employees. Maintains an orderly, safe and clean environment. Ensures rooms are stocked with appropriate supplies and exam rooms are readily available for procedures.
• Troubleshoots equipment effectively and reports equipment issues to biomedical engineering/vendor. Performs routine maintenance and aseptic cleaning of all patient related equipment to maintain consistent quality and safety. Operates imaging and other related equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
• Administers sound patient care practices according to hospital and departmental policies and procedures, to ensure the safety and satisfaction of patients. Communicates effectively to properly identify the patient, obtain a clinical history, explain the procedure and answer any questions.
• Adheres to proper infection control techniques to maintain established standards for patient safety and satisfaction.
• Adheres to patient safety practices in the department at all times demonstrated by the use of side rails, braking mechanisms and patient observation.
• Logs and charges all procedures performed accurately and routes studies to the appropriate physician for interpretation in a timely manner. Retrieves patient files for all previously seen patients and combines with accurately labeled paperwork.

Frequent physical demands include:
Standing, Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Bending, Squat/Kneel/Crawl, Wrist position deviation,…