What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vascular Tech position at medstar-pilot?
MedStar Health is looking for a Vascular Technologist to join our team The ideal candidate will be a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) with demonstrated effective communication and problem-solving skills.
As a Vascular Technologist, you will perform diagnostic vascular studies on patients to assure high-quality care and service to patients.
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Primary Duties:
Actively participates in quality assurance program by completing all accrediting body requirements to maintain lab certification. Assists in coordinating patient care with clinical staff by reviewing the patient schedule at the beginning of each day to ensure appropriate support is available at the appointed times. Ensures equipment and supplies are available by coordinating preventive maintenance programs, scheduling emergency service calls, and ordering necessary supplies to maintain an efficient patient schedule.
Maintains a regulatory/compliance environment by following organizational policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state, local, and federal standards, and regulations. Maintains log of patient data and stored images by entering correct patient demographic information and archiving studies to ensure complete and accurate records are maintained.
Performs diagnostic carotid arterials of upper and lower extremities and venous studies of upper and lower extremities on patients with suspected peripheral vascular disease by following ICAVL guidelines to ensure high-quality diagnostic studies are performed.
Prepares preliminary diagnostic reports by compiling relevant measurements and data to provide a summary report for physician review, interpretation, and signature. Provides patient instructions and answers questions about scheduled procedures to properly educate and orient patients.
Recognizes and alerts physicians to abnormal studies by immediately contacting physicians to discuss and assist with appropriate next steps. Sends diagnostic reports or study copies when required to ensure timely communication of patient data.
Qualifications:
Associate degree with a concentration in vascular sonography.
RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist Registered Vascular Technologist by ARDMS.
BLS - Basic Life Support.
Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Experience post-graduation in vascular experience preferred.