What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vascular Technologist position at University Hospital, Newark NJ?
Overview
About the Role
The primary purpose of the Vascular Technologist position is to perform noninvasive vascular testing on inpatients and outpatients, ensure appropriate and timely documentation of studies performed and maintain laboratory space, supplies, and equipment. This position contributes to an effective performance improvement program for the Vascular Laboratory that is consistent with the overall University Hospital plan and with Intersocietal Committee for Accreditation of Vascular Laboratory (IAC) standards. Enhances knowledge to ensure practices are consistent with "state of the art" vascular laboratory procedures.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
- Performs daily volume of tests consistent with productivity standards.
- Follows vascular laboratory protocols.
- Informs vascular/referring physicians of all critical test values within 15 minutes of discovery.
- Coordinates the testing of patients to maintain optimal productivity.
- Prepares patients for each specific test performed and explains test procedures.
- For outpatients asks appropriate questions to obtain history pertaining to the exam; for inpatients examines the chart thoroughly for the pertinent clinical history.
- Operates equipment according to manufacturer's recommendations and department policies.
- Interacts with the physician and nursing staff regarding the patient's conditions.
- Performs all tests in accordance with departmental and Intersocietal Committee for Accreditation of Vascular Laboratory (IAC) standards.
- Reviews test results with reading physicians in a timely manner.
- Actively participates in Vascular Lab quality assurance meetings in reviewing test quality.
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
Required:
- Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) approved ultrasound school or vascular technology program is required.
- Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) required.
- Annual Respirator Fit Testing required.
- Ultrasound School or Vascular Technology Program, Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
- BLS
What We Offer
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
Compensation
The expected salary range for this position is TT/2800 - $42.34 - $42.84 - $44.12 per hour, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law; final compensation will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
About Us
University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.
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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.
University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.
Salary : $42 - $44