Vascular Tech IRP Ross | Peripheral Vascular Lab

The Ohio State University

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Peripheral Vascular Lab encompasses 4 procedure rooms located on the First floor of the Ross Heart Hospital. The vascular lab is staffed 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8:00 am – noon, and Holiday 10 hours on-call coverage for emergent procedures. The tech develops and maintains CEU’s, registry, and skill level; Provides sonographic imaging procedures to patients; Assists in training other staff to refine sonographic imaging skills; and assists with quality assessment/improvement. The PVL Technologist performs vascular testing procedures (both imaging and non-imaging), patient education, and quality assessment activities for the Lab; Serves as a mentor to other sonographers/students to enhance quality; Assists with on-going quality assurance/quality improvement initiatives; Follows imaging protocols and maintains standards for quality; Maintains current knowledge by participation in CME courses which are relevant to vascular procedures/testing (minimum 30 hours required every three years).

Requirements

• Successful completion of an accredited Vascular Sonography program
• Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) required within 18 months of hire
• Maintains registries (& licensing status)
• Meets mandatory education and health surveillance requirements
• Demonstrates competence in technical, interpersonal, and cognitive skills required to meet essential job functions

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains CEU’s, registry, and skill level
• Provides sonographic imaging procedures to patients
• Assists in training other staff to refine sonographic imaging skills
• Assists with quality assessment/improvement
• Performs vascular testing procedures (both imaging and non-imaging)
• Patient education
• Quality assessment activities for the Lab
• Serves as a mentor to other sonographers/students to enhance quality
• Assists with on-going quality assurance/quality improvement initiatives
• Follows imaging protocols and maintains standards for quality
• Maintains current knowledge by participation in CME courses which are relevant to vascular procedures/testing (minimum 30 hours required every three years)

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree