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Requisition Number
R-22885
Facility
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name
SSH Vascular Laboratory
Status
Full time
Budgeted Hours
40
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Coordinates functions between the Imaging and Patient Care Teams. Performs Vascular Ultrasound exams utilizing extensive knowledge of vascular ultrasound equipment. In addition, uses knowledge to direct and instruct other team members. Must be comfortable overseeing technologists and other ancillary staff in a fast-paced environment. Must work closely with radiologists, nurses, physicians, other hospital staff and referring outside offices staff to ensure excellence in patient care. Oversees the daily function and staffing needs of the department under the guidance and direction of the Vascular Ultrasound Supervisor, and the Executive Director of Diagnostic Imaging.
Compensation Pay Range
$47.72 - $64.23
Essential Functions
1 - Assists the Vascular Ultrasound Supervisor with coordinating the daily functions of the Vascular Ultrasound Department.
3 – Participates in the interviewing and evaluating process for vascular technologists.
4 – Coordinates with patient care teams to ensure accurate and timely exams
5 – Effectively communicates departmental, organization and industry information to staff.
6 – Maintains reports, records and collects statistics.
9 – Assures that all equipment is functioning properly.
11 – Participates in performing quality improvement audits and meetings.
12 – Responsible for maintaining credentials and CME requirements for registration.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Associates degree or certification through an accredited ultrasound program OR Bachelor’s degree in ultrasound or radiologic field
Minimum Work Experience
2-3 years of Vascular Ultrasound work experience
Required Licenses / Registrations
Registered Vascular Technologists (RVT) OR Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
Required Additional Knowledge And Abilities
Responsibilities If Required
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Requisition Number
R-22885
Facility
LOC0001 - 55 Fogg Road55 Fogg Road Weymouth, MA 02190
Department Name
SSH Vascular Laboratory
Status
Full time
Budgeted Hours
40
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Coordinates functions between the Imaging and Patient Care Teams. Performs Vascular Ultrasound exams utilizing extensive knowledge of vascular ultrasound equipment. In addition, uses knowledge to direct and instruct other team members. Must be comfortable overseeing technologists and other ancillary staff in a fast-paced environment. Must work closely with radiologists, nurses, physicians, other hospital staff and referring outside offices staff to ensure excellence in patient care. Oversees the daily function and staffing needs of the department under the guidance and direction of the Vascular Ultrasound Supervisor, and the Executive Director of Diagnostic Imaging.
Compensation Pay Range
$47.72 - $64.23
Essential Functions
1 - Assists the Vascular Ultrasound Supervisor with coordinating the daily functions of the Vascular Ultrasound Department.
- Runs the Vascular Lab in absence of the supervisor.
- Works with the supervisor on a daily basis to coordinate efficient exam schedules.
- Keeps track of supplies within the department and orders as necessary.
- Assigned tasks as well as performs exams.
3 – Participates in the interviewing and evaluating process for vascular technologists.
4 – Coordinates with patient care teams to ensure accurate and timely exams
5 – Effectively communicates departmental, organization and industry information to staff.
6 – Maintains reports, records and collects statistics.
- All patients' preliminary reports are sent via Visage to the reading radiologists or vascular surgeon.
- Quality of vascular studies are monitored continuously.
- Recognizes normal vs abnormal anatomy.
9 – Assures that all equipment is functioning properly.
- Checks equipment daily.
- Contacts Biomed for equipment malfunction or for patient safety concerns.
11 – Participates in performing quality improvement audits and meetings.
12 – Responsible for maintaining credentials and CME requirements for registration.
Job Requirements
Minimum Education
Associates degree or certification through an accredited ultrasound program OR Bachelor’s degree in ultrasound or radiologic field
Minimum Work Experience
2-3 years of Vascular Ultrasound work experience
Required Licenses / Registrations
Registered Vascular Technologists (RVT) OR Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
Required Additional Knowledge And Abilities
- Carotid
- Upper and lower extremity venous including venous insufficiency
- Upper and lower arterial duplex including bypass grafts and stents
- PVR
- Mesenteric arterial duplex
- Fistulas
Responsibilities If Required
Education if Required:
License/Registration/Certification Requirements
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Salary : $48 - $64