Vascular Technologist 2 Registered
Job Location:
Danbury, CT - USA
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Posted:
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Job Summary
Northwellis the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals more than 1000 outpatient facilities 22000 nurses and over 20000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area including Long Island the Hudson Valley Connecticut and beyond thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York States largest private employer with over 104000 employees including members ofNorthwell Health Physician Partners who are working to change health care for the better.
Summary:
Performs non-invasive vascular studies utilizing ultrasound technology and pressure cuff technology. Performs these studies with a high degree of accuracy and analytic skills. Responsible to obtain information in terms of the patients need related to a detailed knowledge of vascular medicine.
Responsibilities:
1. Admits observes and discharges patients from the laboratory.
2. Verifies physicians order on the chart or phone orders specifying procedure to be performed.
3. Checks patients ID and verbally confirms identification if possible.
4. Introduces self to the patient and explains procedures prior to each vascular study & answers patients questions.
5. Tests patients for the following; peripheral arterial disease carotid and vertebral vasculogenic impotence & for venous disease.
6. Vascular Technologist 2 will be responsible to obtain information in terms of the patients needs and knowledge of growth & development.
7. Notifies physician of preliminary results if a severely abnormal study is obtained before releasing the patient.
8. Implements STAT orders within 15 minutes and routine orders within 24 hours.
9. Attends continuing education programs and m&atory inservices on a timely basis.
10. Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.
Education Skills Experience:
HS GRAD/EQUIVALENT
Other Information:
Required: Registered Vascular Technologist. Thorough knowledge in anatomy physiology disease process and complex instrumentation. Converts clinical findings into accurate preliminary results.
Certification requirements: Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) registry by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (Ultrasound)
Minimum Experience: one year
Desired: Bachelors degree preferred.
Working Conditions:
Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
Occupational: Some occupational risk
Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force
Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt odors noise human waste etc.
Credentials:ARDMSRVT
Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 117
Department: Non-Invasive Vascular Lab
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $49.13-$61.62 hourly
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Our hospitals, medical practice and care centers are located throughout New York’s Hudson Valley and Western Connecticut. At every location, you’ll find excellent convenient care, a personalized approach, a connected team, and access to our network of doctors. Find care now.
