Registered Vascular Technologist- Full Time, 1St Shift

The Vascular Technologist (RVT) is responsible for performing non-invasive diagnostic ultrasound examinations as ordered for patients with peripheral arterial, venous, carotid artery and renal artery disease.

The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in hospital educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, workshops, department meetings, and local chapter meetings.
• Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
• Maintains records of examination data and other pertinent information on patients.
• Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, and knowledge of growth and development appropriate to age of the patient treated (neonate, pediatric, adolescent, or geriatric).
• Evaluates results of ultrasound exams and writes a preliminary report.
• Schedules exams to coordinate with other patient examinations and/or other departments.
• Operates equipment as directed according to policy and procedure manuals.
• Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/ Entity as well as the proper release of information. Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
• Assists in gathering and recording Q.A. data as required for the Intersocietal Commission for the Accreditation of Vascular Labs. Assists in gathering and recording Q.I. data for the Clinical Vascular Lab and Hospital Quality Improvement Process.
• Performs and records results of ultrasound evaluations.
• Participates in establishing and implementing the department vision and mission statement.
• Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.
• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.
• Positions and transfers patients properly and comfortably.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness in work areas.
• Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
• Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.