Vascular Technologist 1 - NHMP Norwalk Cardiovascular - Norwalk, CT

Nuvance Health • Norwalk, CT

27d • $29 - $53

About The Position

Perform non invasive vascular studies with a high degree of accuracy and analytical skills.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited vascular program.
• Registered Vascular Technologist or must become registered within 18 months from date of hire.
• Thorough knowledge in anatomy, physiology, disease process, and complex instrumentation.
• Converts clinical findings into accurate preliminary results.
• six months experience

Responsibilities

• Admits, observes and discharges patients from the laboratory.
• Verifies physician's order on the chart or phone orders specifying procedure to be performed.
• Checks patient's ID and verbally confirms identification, if possible.
• Introduces self to the patient and explains procedures prior to each vascular study and answers patient's questions.
• Tests patients for the following; peripheral arterial disease, carotid and vertebral, vasculogenic impotence, & for venous disease.
• Notifies physician of preliminary results, if a severely abnormal study is obtained, before releasing the patient.
• Implements STAT orders within 15 minutes and routine orders within 24 hours.
• Attends continuing education programs and mandatory in-services on a timely basis.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Maintains and Models Nuvance Health Values.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendance.
• Performs other duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees