CRMG Registered Vascular Tech

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center•Cheyenne, WY

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the supervision of the Vascular Surgeons. Perform all outpatient diagnostic vascular ultrasound examinations, ensuring that all studies meet the established standards of the vascular surgeon and other involved referring physicians. Why Work at Cheyenne Regional? 403(b) with 4% employer match ANCC Magnet Hospital 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) Education Assistance Program Employee Sponsored Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Loan Forgiveness Eligible Here is What You Will Be Doing: Performs and/or assists in performing procedures by following physician orders. Performs all vascular ultrasound and Doppler examinations, ensuring all studies meet the established standards of the radiologist, vascular surgeon and other involved referring physician to include carotid duplex, hemodialysis (AVF & AVG), aortoiliac duplex, peripheral arterial duplex (BPG & Stents), peripheral venous duplex, (DVT, vein mapping, insufficiency), visceral, arterial physiologic, EVAR evaluations, as well as additional exams within the vascular spectrum. Performs all other ultrasound/echo exams as needed. Follows prescribed techniques in administering general and specific studies. (Adjust equipment and positions patients). Provides appropriate information to patient and family during exams to provide a calming influence throughout the study. Transfers patient to table, position patient and assist patient at the end of the procedure. Performs all quality control procedures required, including surveys, quality control tests and other procedures required by federal regulations and the medical physicist. About Cheyenne Regional: Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to great health. Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound Technology Program
Two (2) or more years of experience in a vascular lab setting
1 year: Registered Vascular Tech (RVT) certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within one (1) year of start date
Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of start date
Knowledge of Picture Archive Communication System (PACS)
Strong skill proficiency in performing a variety of vascular ultrasound exams
Ability to maintain standards on equipment for accrediting, state and/or federal agencies and ensures that all preventive maintenance occurs as scheduled and provides director/manager with information regarding all equipment failures
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors, Physicians and co-workers
Ability to demonstrate attention to detail
Ability to calculate and interpret numbers and analyze and synthesize data
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Recent and relevant experience or education in cardiovascular field including cardia sonography.

Responsibilities

Performs and/or assists in performing procedures by following physician orders.
Performs all vascular ultrasound and Doppler examinations, ensuring all studies meet the established standards of the radiologist, vascular surgeon and other involved referring physician to include carotid duplex, hemodialysis (AVF & AVG), aortoiliac duplex, peripheral arterial duplex (BPG & Stents), peripheral venous duplex, (DVT, vein mapping, insufficiency), visceral, arterial physiologic, EVAR evaluations, as well as additional exams within the vascular spectrum.
Performs all other ultrasound/echo exams as needed.
Follows prescribed techniques in administering general and specific studies. (Adjust equipment and positions patients).
Provides appropriate information to patient and family during exams to provide a calming influence throughout the study.
Transfers patient to table, position patient and assist patient at the end of the procedure.
Performs all quality control procedures required, including surveys, quality control tests and other procedures required by federal regulations and the medical physicist.