Vascular Technologist (Full Time) Jefferson Health Hospital for Neuroscience- Center City

Job Details

Full Time 32 hours weekly. Shift is 8a-430p

Under the direction of a radiologist, the Vascular Technologist utilizes diagnostic ultrasound equipment to perform general and vascular examinations in order to produce ultrasound images of the body for diagnostic purposes and interventional procedures. Exercise good judgment in ascertaining necessary measurements for the area being examined and performs all computer processing for all ultrasound examinations; and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures. May act as a mentor for less senior vascular technologists.

Job Description

Summary
Under the direction of a radiologist, the Vascular Technologist utilizes diagnostic ultrasound equipment to perform general and vascular examinations in order to produce ultrasound images of the body for diagnostic purposes and interventional procedures. Exercise good judgment in ascertaining necessary measurements for the area being examined and performs all computer processing for all ultrasound examinations; and delivers patient care and education before, during and after diagnostic imaging procedures. May act as a mentor for less senior vascular technologists.

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement)
• Performs vascular ultrasound procedures including: Carotid Duplex Ultrasounds, Pulse Volume Recordings, Peripheral Vascular Arterial studies and Peripheral Vascular Venous Studies.
• Performs ultrasonic diagnostic echocardiograms in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by our lab.
• Instructs patients regarding procedures to ensure cooperation and optimum tests results.
• Follows prescribed safety standards in operating equipment.
• Utilizes and optimizes use of all software applications including PACS system and echocardiographic reporting system.
• Maintains ultrasound and lab equipment and examination room in appropriate operating condition.
• Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance/control.
• Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Specialized Diploma Graduate of an approved RDMS program or current validated Registry from ARRT in Radiology Technology (R).
• 1 year vascular experience-preferred
• Knowledge of RIS systems
• Knowledge of PAC’s systems
• RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or
• RVS - Registered Vascular Specialist - Cardiovascular Credentialing International
• BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association
• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography or

Preferred Qualifications

• ARRT (R), (CT) Preferred.

Physical Demands
Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

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Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals, Inc.

Primary Location Address

900 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health, nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.    

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educa­tional and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. 

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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