What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Vascular Tech position at Integra Vascular?
Integra Vascular provides patient-focused, preventative vascular care to the people of our communities and to long-term residents of medical facilities nationwide. Our mission is to minimize unnecessary wounds, hospitalizations, and the need for patient travel through early diagnosis and exceptional onsite care.
Guided by our commitment to providing the highest caliber of vascular care, we strive to provide our patients with as much physical function and comfort as possible. Our expert physicians create cutting-edge treatment plans that best serve the needs of each individual and improve their quality of life.
Responsibilities:
Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography exams in accordance with Integra Vascular's policies and procedures
Practices proper patient identification before proceeding with an exam
Review all supporting clinical information
Evaluate any contraindications, insufficient patient prep, and patient’s inability or unwillingness to tolerate the examination
Use proper patient positioning and equipment adjustments to ensure patient and sonographer comfort and safety
Knowledge of infectious diseases and the utilization of Universal Precautions
Perform diagnostic medical sonography examinations placed by the ordering physician in accordance with Integra Vascular's ultrasound protocols
Acquires additional images when needed for optimal diagnostic results
Identifies and documents any limitations of the exam and prepares comments/findings at the end of the exam
Documents any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or care
Maintains patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA
Ability to troubleshoot issues or call for assistance
Properly cares for Ultrasound equipment and notifies the office if there are any issues
Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with co-workers and members of the health care team
Maintains education and training in Sonography
All other duties as assigned by supervisor or direct management
Qualifications:
Prior Venous Insufficiency experience preferred
RVT Certification preferred
Ultrasound Certificate
Competency in specialty area/s performed and ARDMS or CCI registry
Proficiency in computer skills
PACS and EMR experience
Committed to professional growth and learning
Clean driving record
Travel required
Not listed on the OIG exclusion list
Education:
High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
Venous Insufficiency: 1 year (Required)
Sonography: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
BLS Certification (Required)
Registered Vascular Technologist (Preferred)
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