Vascular Tech Reg - PRN

Spartanburg Regional Medical Center•Spartanburg, SC

60d

About The Position

The Registered Vascular Technologist performs technical functions relating to the preparation and performance of diagnostic peripheral vascular studies and neurovascular studies. Assists with quality assurance and control standards.

Requirements

High School
Zero - Three years
BLS Certification
And either of the following:
RVT- Active Membership in American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
OR
RVS Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Nice To Haves

Associate degree
Four - Seven Years
BLS Certification
RVT- Active Membership in American Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
RVS Cardiovascular Credentialing International

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of complex specialized tasks utilizing ultrasonic high frequency sound waves to detect abnormalities including masses, abscesses, and stones. Assist physicians with pseudoaneurysm closures and OR procedures.
Perform ultrasound procedures, color doppler vascular examinations, visceral vascular studies and color-flow ultrasound as required maintaining patient records and documentation.
Positively responds and implements change when needed and has good decision-making skills.
Assists with quality control and maintenance of all equipment in the area
Properly utilize accessory equipment such as transducers, cleaning systems, warmers, scanners, printers, and PACS workstations
Prepare patients for procedures, explain procedures to patients. Report changes in patient condition to medical staff. Provide a written summary of preliminary findings to the vascular reader. Evaluate quality of exams. Determine if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated and discuss with physician.
Assists in training of new staff and of students during clinical rotations
Follows, maintains and helps implement hospital and departmental policies and procedures
Consistently communicates with patients, guests, staff and physicians in a positive manner
Knowledgeable of compliance and regulatory requirements and adheres to Federal, State, accrediting bodies, and standard practice of care for patients, staff, guests and facilities
Adheres to departmental procedures and protocols
Rotating call for after hours and weekends
Works as a team member with peers and other departments. Responds calmly and efficiently to situations.
Regularly attend departmental meeting, in-services and actively participate in continuing education activities
Other duties as requested by supervisor or manager
May be assigned to cover additional shifts as required to meet departmental needs