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Under the direction of the Non-Invasive Vascular Lab Supervisor and Medical Director, this role performs specialized ultrasound studies of the venous and arterial systems. These studies include, but are not limited to, carotid, aortic, mesenteric, renal, and celiac imaging, as well as cardiac mapping and pulse volume recordings. The position also supports the interpretation of study results, contributing to accurate and timely patient diagnoses.
This individual serves as a senior technical resource within the laboratory, providing guidance and expertise to team members. Responsibilities include assisting with the interview process for prospective technologists and playing an active role in the orientation and training of new staff, as well as the ongoing development of current technologists and visiting students.
In addition, the role requires regular interaction with multiple databases and the patient’s electronic medical record (EMR) to support testing, documentation, and continuity of care.
A caregiver in this position works 8:00AM – 5:30PM with on-call, holidays, and weekend requirements.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Perform ultrasound studies specific to veins and arteries, including but not limited to carotid, aorta, mesenteric, renal, and celiac cardiac mapping and pulse volume recordings, typically handling complicated and difficult cases.
Review patient history, obtain brief current patient history and determine the appropriate procedure(s) necessary for proper diagnosis, consulting with physician if there are any questions concerning the ultrasound exam.
Notify physicians of abnormal findings.
Prepare patients for examination, explain the procedure and assist patients on/off examination table and with dressing/undressing, as required.
Perform technical procedures in the application of duplex imaging and other non-invasive procedures on peripheral arteries which utilize pulse volume recorders with Doppler that may require treadmill testing.
Maintain appropriate testing documentation in patient medical record and a file copy of all examinations performed.
Accurately complete financial documentation for billing procedure.
Perform ultrasound and pulse volume recording studies at the hospital bedside, in the inpatient setting and in the outpatient clinics to report findings to the care provider.
Assist with interpretation of study results.
Correlate non-invasive vascular laboratory study results with other diagnostic studies performed (e.g., arteriograms, venograms, CT scans, and MRI).
Evaluate images and make preliminary decisions on patient findings.
Serve as a senior technical resource for the non-invasive vascular laboratory.
Assist in the correlation of vascular laboratory studies and in clinical research as outlined by the medical director of the non-invasive vascular laboratory.
Participate in the evaluation of new equipment and procedures.
Assist with the interviewing of applicants and orientation and training of new members of the non-invasive vascular laboratory.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Completion of an appropriate allied health program leading to a degree or certificate in the application of non-invasive cardiovascular ultrasound techniques
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or other appropriate national certification
Current RVT or registry eligible. Appropriate national registry must be completed within one year of hire
Completion of an appropriate allied health program leading to a degree or certificate in the application of non-invasive cardiovascular ultrasound techniques
Advanced training in anatomy, physiology, biology, and physics.
Demonstrated proficiency with non-invasive vascular laboratory equipment and procedures
Knowledge of the use and application of diagnostic imaging instrumentation including pulse volume recordings, treadmill testing, duplex imaging systems, Doppler and portable continuous-wave Doppler
Knowledge of databases, image storage, and electronic medical record.
In-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology as related to the circulatory system (usually attained in a training program)
Physical Requirements:
Personal Protective Equipment:
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