Registry - Vascular Tech

The Vascular Technician will perform a variety of exams to assess patients for pathology of the veins and arteries in the body other than the heart. These exams may incorporate a variety of methodology including color Doppler, pulsed wave Doppler and B-mode ultrasound, together with a history and physical exam.
The Vascular Technician will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.
The Vascular Technician will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

• Perform venous, carotid, aortic, and arterial duplex examinations according to approved protocols.
• Assess the appropriateness of exams using ICD 9 codes and symptoms, consult the physician of possible discrepancies, and modify the exam with referring physician approval.
• Review, evaluate and quantify exam findings based on normal and abnormal values for vascular morphology and physiology with consideration of technical and exam limitations for the purpose of physician interpretation.
• Document and prepare patient records for review and interpretation by physician, including the selection, recording, and cross-referencing of significant or representative studies.
• Selects and operates equipment as required.
• Maintains accurate patient records with regard to evaluation results.
• Maintains equipment to assure conformance with operational standards.
• Performs clerical support when needed including reception duties, patient scheduling, inventory of department supplies and file maintenance.
• Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

• Reports directly to the Manager, Radiology

• Knowledge of principles and procedures of hemodynamic procedures, routine equipment maintenance and medical terminology normally acquired through completion of a formal accredited school in Vascular Ultrasound/Technology.
• ARDMS Certification as a Registered Vascular Technician (RVT) or RVT eligible. RVT exam must be successfully completed within 1 year of hire.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal with patients who may be under physical and/or emotional stress in order to promote good customer relations.
• Interpersonal skills for working with all levels of health care workers.
• Ability to analyze situations, identify problems and plan courses of action in concert with the philosophy and objectives of the department.
• Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 35 lbs.

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
• Occasional exposure to infectious disease when working with patients.