Reg Vascular Tech III

Department / Unit :

Surgery Vascular Tech

Work Shift :

Day (United States of America)

Salary Range :

60,367.47 - $90,551.20

The Registered Vascular Technologist performs a variety of noninvasive diagnostic tests to detect vascular disease and is able to report findings of exams to medical staff. Must perform clinical assessment of patients and provide basic patient care while testing is being performed. Assist with training of students, residents and staff when necessary.

Salary RangeZ : Min. $26.37 / hr - Max $42.19 / hr

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Must follow AMC policies, procedures and protocols

Able to independently conduct all vascular testing including but not limited to reflux studies, visceral examinations, pulse volume recordings (PVR), deep venous thrombosis (DVT) studies, carotids, bypass grafts, aortic ultrasounds, vein mappings, and dialysis access scans

Perform patient assessment of signs and symptoms including documentation of patient’s medical and surgical history and presenting symptoms

Perform vascular testing at various on-site locations (vascular clinic / lab, nursing units, ER, OR, etc.) and responsible for the transportation, loading and unloading of equipment (ultrasound, PVR, etc.) to and from the various locations using personal transportation

Responsible for accurate and reproducible data collection, insuring that laboratory specific policies and protocols are followed

Report findings of diagnostic tests, in a timely manner, to physicians, hospital staff and others

Complete necessary documentation of tests including billing CPT and ICD codes on reports for hospital and laboratory records

Responsible for appropriate care of PVR and imaging equipment; clean equipment (cuffs, probes, etc.) after use and keep lab equipment clean and restock supplies when necessary; inform Chief Technologist or Lab Director of any equipment malfunction

Proactive approach to obtain necessary CME’s to maintain individual credentials

Provide a safe and positive experience for the patient, while creating a professional, positive atmosphere

Available for backup coverage on occasional weekends, holidays and on-call to cover inpatients

Perform other related duties as required

Maintains competent high-quality imaging skills while adhering to IAC standards and protocols

Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability; must be respectful of workforce diversity

Coordinate resources with patient demands; set priorities for work assigned and achieve desired results

Collect and analyze ultrasound data and report findings, plethysmographic data and report findings

Qualifications

Associate's Degree from an accredited diagnostic vascular ultrasound program - required

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited diagnostic vascular ultrasound program - preferred

less than 1 year in the Karmody Vascular Laboratory - preferred

less than 1 year in a general or vascular ultrasound department at an outside facility - preferred

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules and procedure / protocol manuals.

Ability to document required information and data on established forms.

Ability to communicate cooperatively and effectively to patients, family members, employees and others.

Be able to accept direction, carry out orders, to work cooperatively with others and to avoid the creation of unnecessary conflict.

Ability to anticipate and resolve potential problems to ensure the continuity of appropriate patient care.

Assist with the transportation and safety of patients to and from vascular lab when necessary

Transport ultrasound and PVR equipment to patient care areas including inpatient, ER and OR units

RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist within 1 Year - required

RVS - Registered Vascular Sonographer within 1 Year - required

Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Physical Demands

Standing - Constantly

Walking - Constantly

Sitting - Rarely

Lifting - Frequently

Carrying - Frequently

Pushing - Occasionally

Pulling - Occasionally

Climbing - Occasionally

Balancing - Occasionally

Stooping - Frequently

Kneeling - Frequently

Crouching - Frequently

Crawling - Occasionally

Reaching - Frequently

Handling - Frequently

Grasping - Frequently

Feeling - Constantly

Talking - Constantly

Hearing - Constantly

Repetitive Motions - Constantly

Eye / Hand / Foot Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

Extreme cold - Rarely

Extreme heat - Rarely

Humidity - Rarely

Wet - Rarely

Noise - Constantly

Hazards - Frequently

Temperature Change - Rarely

Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely

Vibration - Rarely

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that : Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center!​

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that :

Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.

Salary : $60,367 - $90,551