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Franciscan Medical Group
Vascular Technologist
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An Ultrasound Technologist or Sonographer uses ultrasound technology to examine the inside of patients' bodies and diagnose medical conditions. Works closely with other healthcare specialists who assess and treat relevant conditions. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$82,595 / year median in Washington
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Vascular Technologist, you will perform non-invasive vascular diagnostic examinations to assess blood flow and detect abnormalities in arteries and veins. Every day you will prepare patients, operate specialized ultrasound equipment to capture and evaluate high-quality images, and precisely document findings for physician interpretation. To be successful, you will demonstrate expert technical proficiency in vascular ultrasound, a comprehensive understanding of vascular anatomy and pathology, and strong analytical and communication skills for accurate diagnostic information. Prepares patient/operates ultrasound equipment and employs techniques/procedures to ensure results are consistent and capture the correct detail of a requested area, per physicians' direction and in adherence to department protocols. Questions patients and/or reviews patient charts for facts of patient history which are pertinent to interpretation of ultrasound examinations by the interpreting physician; obtains a brief medical history through interview and review of the patient's chart; explains testing procedures, allays concerns and elicits patient cooperation. Ensures examination equipment is maintained and functioning appropriately before the onset of an examination; calibrates, cleans and performs routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functioning; recognizes and reports the malfunctioning of equipment in accordance with established procedures. Utilizes equipment/accessories determines and sets technical factors (control settings); determines correct techniques to obtain images of the highest quality and resolution. Applies gel to the skin of the target area and manipulates an ultrasound probe (transducer) to obtain images of the blood vessels and to assess blood flow; selects and photographs appropriate ultrasonic images for review and interpretation of a physician; ensures that emergent exam results are relayed promptly to the appropriate physician or medical floor. Delivers patient care for all age groups while performing vascular examinations. Job Requirements Required Completion of a training program accredited by the American Medical Association
- Committee on Allied Health Education (AMA-CAHEA) for vascular ultrasound, upon hire and Registered Vascular Technologist, within 12
- months and Basic Life Support
- CPR, upon hire Preferred one year of post-graduate experience in vascular ultrasound and/or demonstrated high degree of proficiency, knowledge, and acuity in the field of diagnostics or ultrasound Where You'll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891.
- body, mind, and spirit
- in the communities we serve.
- $89.