Reg Vascular Tech II - Saratoga
Company: Albany Medical Center
Location: Newark
Posted on: April 17, 2024
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Job Description:
Department/Unit:Vascular GF/SaratogaWork Shift:Day (United
States of America)Vascular Tech II - SaratogaPart Time - 2 Days a
Week (Tues/Thurs - one week) (Thrus/Fri - following week) Under
general guidance and supervision, the vascular technologist
performs a variety of noninvasive diagnostic procedures to detect
vascular disease. Constant supervision is not required. Must be
able to report findings of exams to medical staff. Must perform
clinical assessment of patients and provide basic patient care
while testing is being performed. Assumes responsibility to
complete all necessary daily laboratory procedures. Technologist
levels II and III assists with training of students, residents and
staff when necessary.Responsibilities:--- Performs patient
assessment of signs and symptoms including documentation of
patient's medical and surgical history, medications, and presenting
symptoms.--- Conducts vascular testing including but not limited to
duplex ultrasound examinations, pulse volume recordings, segmental
Doppler pressure measurements, and treadmill stress studies.---
Performs vascular testing at various on-site locations (vascular
clinic/lab, nursing units, ER, OR, etc.) and is responsible for the
transportation of lab equipment to and from the various
locations.--- Performs vascular testing at various locations off
site from the primary work location and drives to these satellite
locations using personal transportation.--- Responsible for loading
and unloading equipment (ultrasound, PVR, etc.) from the vascular
laboratory vehicle and driving to various satellite locations as
needed.--- Responsible for accurate and reproducible data
collection, insuring that laboratory policies and protocols are
followed.--- Assists with the transportation of patients to and
from vascular lab when necessary.--- Reports findings of
examination, in a timely manner, to physicians, hospital staff and
others.--- Completes necessary documentation of tests including
reports for hospital and laboratory records, billing forms, and
laboratory logs. --- Assists with general clerical duties of the
laboratory including filing, copying and scheduling appointments,
as needed.--- Helps maintain orderliness and cleanliness of the
laboratory facilities. --- Responsible for storage and routing of
supplies and recommends the purchase of additional supplies as
needed.--- Assists with the performance of clinical research
protocols, including data collection and retrieval.--- Performs
other related duties as required.Qualifications:--- Bachelor's
degree preferred--- Successful completion of the American Registry
of Diagnostic Medical Sonography registry examination in both
Vascular Technology and Vascular Ultrasound Principles, thus
attaining the certification as a Registered Vascular Technologist
(RVT). --- Candidates with an Associate's degree may be considered
depending on other qualifications.--- A minimum of five years
experience in a vascular laboratory or two years experience in a
vascular laboratory plus five years experience in a general
ultrasound department.Key Skills:--- Able to effectively
communicate on a wide range of issues in an age-appropriate manner
with patients, staff and visitors.--- Must be able to work well
with others to accomplish work goals. Must demonstrate flexibility
and adaptability. Must be respectful of workforce diversity.---
Must be able to coordinate resources with patient demands; sets
priorities for work assigned and achieves desired results. --- Must
be able to collect and analyze ultrasound data and report findings.
Must be able to collect and analyze plethysmographic data and
report findings. Must be able to operate a computer workstation and
understand basic keyboarding commands.--- Must be able to problem
solve. Must be able to adjust staff schedules as needed. Must
demonstrate good judgment skills.Salary Range: $33.55/hr -
$46.03/hrThank you for your interest in Albany Medical
Center!---Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.This role
may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany
Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including
but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other
information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes.
Workforce members are expected to ensure that:Access to information
is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to
properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not
exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an
intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med
Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that
information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and
modification.
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