What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vascular Sonographer position at Monterey Bay Vascular?
Description: Registered Vascular Technologist/ Registered Vascular Specialist Sonographer
At Monterey Bay Vascular, our highly qualified physicians set the standard in providing the best patient outcomes by performing the highest quality care through our exceptional clinical and support staff. Our amazing staff are gifted and caring professionals that treat our patients just like “family”. We pride ourselves on finding talented professionals that encompass hard work, a positive mindset, and a team-centered approach to complete the full spectrum of patient care. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.
We are seeking to add a full-time RVT/RVS sonographer to our clinical team. Our vascular surgery practice focuses on the specialization of minimally invasive endovascular revascularization procedures and a wide variety of various other (non-cardiac) vascular treatment options that concentrate on venous and arterial diseases. Our locations require onsite availability at our Salinas and Aptos locations. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in direct patient care. Additionally, a self-starter, that can work with a dynamic healthcare team. Experience in interventional radiology, dialysis, and cath lab is a plus.
The RVT/RVS will provide a written, preliminary technical worksheet of the examination to the ordering physician or attending RN. Will Perform other exams such as venous dopplers and exams to rule out pseudo-aneurysms. Experience with segmental pressures, fistulas, vein mapping, arterial duplex and venous with reflux exams. This is a challenging, fast-paced job with Monday to Friday schedule, NO nights, and weekend shifts. Hours are Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Our employees enjoy a great work/life balance and a highly supportive management team.
We offer competitive pay commensurate with experience.
Excellent benefits package including the following:
- Health, Dental
Successful completion of pre-employment screening and background check before employment.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Perform arterial dopplers and relaying accurate reports to the nurse.
- Excellent bedside manner is a must.
- Create a draft of the ultrasound report, for the physician to later review, edit as needed, and finalize.
- Technically supports the noninvasive vascular lab in providing noninvasive vascular studies in coordination with the department’s medical and technical team and in compliance with established standards.
- Perform other exams such as venous dopplers and exams to rule out pseudo-aneurysms.
- While daily volume fluctuates, there are occasions where up to 15 studies/day will be required. Thus, the RVT/RVS, should be able to perform high quality, efficient scans.
- Proficiently performing lower extremity venous exams for patency and venous insufficiency studies for reflux.
- Collaborating with other sonographers, maintaining a professional attitude with all coworkers and patients.
- Other duties as assigned.
Experience:
- RVT/RVS sonographer: 2-3 years in dialysis, critical care, ICU, ER, or outpatient ASC/ cath lab/ OBL (Preferred)
- Basic Computer Skills
- Bilingual Spanish is a plus
- Strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Excellent hand/eye coordination
- Great attitude along with people skills
- Attention to detail
- Previous OR experience with vascular/endovascular, interventional radiology, or cardiovascular procedures (prefer OR circulating experience for endovascular).
Position Requirements:
- Certification of completion of a sonography program, with emphasis in vascular technology, OR or equivalent experience.
- Must have an appropriate credential (RVT/RVS)
- Current BLS for Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
Monterey Bay Vascular provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Monterey Bay Vascular complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
