Vascular Technologist (1.0 - Olympia Fields) presso Franciscan Alliance
Franciscan Alliance · Olympia Fields, Stati Uniti d'America · Onsite
- Professional
- Ufficio in Olympia Fields
The Vascular Technologist II is responsible for conducting tests, and using ultrasound equipment and technologies which support physicians in diagnosing disorders related to the patients internal body parts and blood flow. The Vascular Technologist II is registered as a diagnostic medical sonographer and a vascular technologist. This position assists in training students and interns, and collaborates with Imaging leadership in the development or modification of test procedure and protocols.
WHO WE ARE
With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Evening, Night, and Alternating Shifts Available
Prepare and maintain diagnostic equipment and supplies.
Schedule patients in a timely and consistent manner.
Perform STAT and ASAPs as outlined in department guidelines.
Respond appropriately to call.
Demonstrate clinical competence.
Make notifications of clinical significance, which could affect the interpretation of a test, including patient history and physiological findings.
Compile all paperwork appropriately and in a timely manner.
Assures transfer of data to interpreting physician.
Utilize appropriate safety measures for all concerned within area of responsibility.
Verify each patient’s identification by armband, or by inquiry of patient that requires certain information known to them to confirm their identity.
Obtain, review and utilize all historical information relevant to the procedure being requested.
Educate and inform patients to promote understanding and cooperation to ensure optimal quality of procedures.
Instruct and orient employees and students in proper performance of diagnostic procedures and functions of the department.
Review test images to check for quality and sufficient coverage.
Compare patients’ most recent scans to previous results and assess diagnostic information.
Provide summary findings for physicians and other medical professionals involved with a patient’s case.
Adhere to OSHA, DOT, EPA, DNREC, and JCAHO safety codes, regulations, and requirements.
Qualifications
Required Certificate Ultrasound
Required Associate's Degree Radiology or Ultrasound
1 year Ultrasound experience Preferred
1 year Vascular experience Preferred
Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography Required
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or
Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographers (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification - . ARRT (VS) or
Registered Vascular Specialist - . RVS CCI
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
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