Vascular Tech Lead
About The Position
The Lead Vascular Technologist performs advanced vascular imaging studies independently and serves as a clinical resource and subject matter expert for complex exams, protocols, and technical guidance. The role is based primarily at Glenbrook Hospital and provides coverage and support at Highland Park Hospital, with occasional travel to Gurnee and Skokie Hospital. Approximately 75–80% of the role is clinical work and 20–25% is leadership and administrative work. The lead coordinates daily assignments and monthly schedules, leads staff meetings and huddles, communicates workflow updates, and collaborates with the other Lead Technologist and department managers. The position also supports hiring, onboarding, orientation, training, coaching, and staff development. The Lead Vascular Technologist supports accreditation readiness and compliance, reviews exam quality and documentation, promotes patient safety and consistent clinical protocols, and identifies quality concerns and improvement opportunities. The role coordinates equipment maintenance and troubleshooting and supports improvements to scheduling, patient throughput, workflow, and operational efficiency in collaboration with the Medical Director, other Lead Vascular Technologist, and department managers.
Requirements
- Completion of a 2-year ultrasound program.
- Certification as a Vascular Technologist through ARDMS or CCI.
- At least 5 years of clinical experience.
- Ability to independently perform vascular imaging and serve as a subject matter expert.
Nice To Haves
- Prior leadership experience.
Responsibilities
- Independently perform advanced vascular imaging studies and provide clinical expertise for complex exams, protocols, and technical guidance.
- Perform clinical duties while also carrying out leadership and administrative responsibilities to meet departmental goals.
- Provide coverage and support at Glenbrook and Highland Park Hospitals, with occasional travel to Gurnee and Skokie Hospital.
- Lead staff meetings and huddles, communicate workflow updates, and coordinate daily assignments and monthly schedules.
- Collaborate with the other Lead Technologist and department managers.
- Conduct interviews with the manager and support staff onboarding, orientation, hands-on training, and coaching.
- Identify staff learning needs and promote competency and professional growth.
- Support accreditation readiness and compliance with departmental and regulatory standards.
- Review exam quality and documentation and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Promote safe practices, reinforce clinical protocols, address quality concerns, and support high-quality patient care.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance and troubleshooting and identify operational issues.
- Support improvements to scheduling, patient throughput, and department processes.
- Partner with the Medical Director, the other Lead Vascular Technologist, and department managers on clinical standards, staff competency, quality initiatives, and operational priorities.
- Monitor departmental performance, identify trends, and recommend improvements to quality, workflow, and operational efficiency.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of $15,000 for candidates with 5+ years of experience, with a 2-year commitment and payment over 2 years.
- Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
- Medical, dental, and vision options, including domestic partner coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Free parking at designated locations.
- Wellness Program Savings Plan.
- Health Savings Account options.
- Retirement options with company match.
- Paid time off and holiday pay.
- Community involvement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
