Vascular Tech

Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus

Department: SH Vascular

Position Type: Full Time

Start Time: 9:00

Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

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Your Role With Us:

As a Vascular Technologist in the Cardiovascular Non-Invasive Services Department, my role involves providing both direct and indirect patient care across various hospital settings. I perform a wide range of vascular ultrasound procedures, including carotid, arterial, venous, abdominal, and transcranial Doppler exams, while ensuring patient safety and comfort through proper positioning, equipment adjustment, and adherence to protocols. I verify patient identity, assess and prepare individuals for procedures, and conduct testing under the supervision of a vascular physician, utilizing advanced imaging techniques such as m-mode, 2D, spectral and color Doppler. I am responsible for collecting and documenting accurate diagnostic data, reporting critical values, and ensuring timely image and report submission for physician interpretation. I maintain ongoing clinical proficiency, follow current standards of care, ensure patient confidentiality, and am trained to respond to emergent situations. Additional responsibilities include patient education, equipment maintenance, billing accuracy, resource management, and active participation in departmental development initiatives such as staff training, policy revision, and committee involvement. I collaborate closely with team members to prioritize and coordinate patient care, support new staff orientation, and contribute to the advancement of quality care within the department.

Total Rewards Offerings:

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.

• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Live Well Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
• Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
• Education assistance program
• Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/
• Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria
• Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others

Background/Expertise:

• High school Diploma or Equivalent REQUIRED
• Graduate from an accredited school of noninvasive cardiovascular technology/ultrasound OR three years recent experience and at least 800 vascular procedures performed
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification REQUIRED
• Practice of Sonography (OBMI) REQUIRED
• Reg Vascular Technologist - Must have 1 of 2: RVT or RVS within six months of hire
• Reg Vascular Specialist (CCI) - Must have 1 of 2: RVT or RVS within six months of hire

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org