Brown Physicians, Inc (BPI) is a community-based not-for-profit multi-specialty medical practice group founded and led by faculty affiliated with the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. BPI provides outstanding patient care, exceptional medical education, and groundbreaking advances in research with a mission to promote better health for the people of Rhode Island and its surrounding communities. A physician-led collaborative, BPI is comprised of the following foundations: Brown Dermatology, Brown Emergency Medicine, Brown Medicine, Brown Neurology, Brown Urology and Brown Surgical Associates.

This key position is with Brown Surgical Associates (BSA) which is one of Rhode Island’s largest multidisciplinary surgical groups and a founding member of BPI. Our 50 surgeons are recognized for their experience in highly specialized areas of surgery.

BSA is proud to offer an extensive benefits package including a generous employer contribution for Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts. New hires are eligible for benefits effective the first of the month following their date of hire.

In this role you will:

Function as a Vascular Technologist in the daily operations of the vascular laboratory of Brown Surgical Associates. Primary accountability is to the vascular technical director, office manager, and the Chief of Vascular Surgery. Responsible for assigned daily testing in the vascular laboratories. Work independently and with little supervision. Exhibit understanding of the vascular laboratory equipment as well as proper use and care. Possess knowledge of the organization, its programs and procedures related to the operations of the surgical office. Expert handling of patient issues and patient confidentiality are mandatory.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs ultrasound duplex scanning to diagnose and evaluate arterial diseases of the carotid arteries and the abdominal aorta, and arterial and venous diseases of the limbs. These include lesions, stenosis, occlusions, aneurysms, venous incompetence and thrombosis, and other vascular anomalies.
• Performs physiological evaluations to diagnose and evaluate arterial occlusive disease of the upper and lower extremities and digits, measuring pulse volumes and Doppler systolic blood pressures of the limbs and digits.
• Works with minimal supervision, identifies the need to modify protocols based on the patient’s disease process or condition, assesses and monitors the patient’s physical and mental status during the exam.
• Analyzes findings through the course of the exam so that sufficient and appropriate data is provided for the interpreting physician.
• Assesses the exam findings upon completion of the exam, recognizes when urgent intervention is indicated, and informs interpreting physician or technical director.
• Documents the exam according to protocol and presents findings to the interpreting physician.
• Participates in maintenance of the patient log and database and patient files. Completes appropriate billing slips.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

· Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) through CCI or graduate of a CAAHEP-approved technology program or twelve months full time vascular testing experience in addition to completion of a two-year allied health program or a bachelor’s degree.

· Three years’ experience with performance of at least 600 vascular exams.

· Certification in CPR training.

· Ability to represent the organization and serve consumers in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services. Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively with patients and their representatives.

· Knowledge of computer software and data entry.

• Employees are required to be vaccinated against Covid as a condition of employment.

EOE/F/M/Vet/Disabled