Reg Vascular Tech II, Vascular Surgery Office, Albany
Company: Albany Medical Center
Location: Rensselaer
Posted on: November 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Department/Unit:Surgery Vascular TechWork Shift:Day (United
States of America)Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) - Full
Time
Vascular Surgery Office - Albany, NY
Work schedule: Monday - Friday
We are seeking a Registered Vascular Technologist to join our
outpatient Vascular Surgery team located in Albany, NY!
Albany Med's Vascular Surgery has one of the most highly regarded
vascular teams and is the largest provider in the northeast. The
team is visited regularly by colleagues worldwide and has pioneered
numerous procedures that are now standard in the field.
Our team is comprised of physicians who are experts in both
traditional open surgery and minimally invasive techniques for
managing a wide range of vascular conditions. In fact, we are a
national leader in the number of surgical and endovascular
procedures performed.
The Registered Vascular Technologist performs a variety of
noninvasive diagnostic tests to detect vascular disease and is 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. Assist with training of students, residents and
staff when necessary.Responsibilities:--- Must follow AMC policies,
procedures and protocols--- Able to independently conduct all
vascular testing including but not limited to reflux studies,
visceral examinations, pulse volume recordings (PVR), deep venous
thrombosis (DVT) studies, carotids, bypass grafts, aortic
ultrasounds, vein mappings, and dialysis access scans--- Perform
patient assessment of signs and symptoms including documentation of
patient's medical and surgical history and presenting symptoms---
Perform vascular testing at various on-site locations (vascular
clinic/lab, nursing units, ER, OR, etc.) and responsible for the
transportation, loading and unloading of equipment (ultrasound,
PVR, etc.) to and from the various locations using personal
transportation--- Responsible for accurate and reproducible data
collection, insuring, that laboratory specific policies and
protocols are followed--- Report findings of diagnostic tests, in a
timely manner, to physicians, hospital staff and others--- Complete
necessary documentation of tests including billing CPT and ICD
codes on reports for hospital and laboratory records--- Responsible
for appropriate care of PVR and imaging equipment; clean equipment
(cuffs, probes, etc.) after use and keep lab equipment clean and
restock supplies when necessary; inform Chief Technologist or Lab
Director of any equipment malfunction--- Proactive approach to
obtain necessary CME's to maintain individual credentials---
Provide a safe and positive experience for the patient, while
creating a professional, positive atmosphere--- Available for
backup coverage on occasional weekends, holidays and on- call to
cover inpatients --- Perform other related duties as required---
Maintains competent high-quality imaging skills while adhering to
IAC standards and protocols--- Demonstrate flexibility and
adaptability; must be respectful of workforce diversity---
Coordinate resources with patient demands; set priorities for work
assigned and achieve desired results --- Collect and analyze
ultrasound data and report findings, plethysmographic data and
report findings Key Skills:--- Effectively communicate on a wide
range of issues with patients, staff and visitors--- Demonstrate
flexibility and adaptability; must be respectful of workforce
diversity--- Coordinate resources with patient demands; set
priorities for work assigned and achieve desired results--- Collect
and analyze ultrasound data and report findings, plethysmographic
data and report findingsQualifications:--- Certification as a
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or RVS recommended---
Associates in sonography program in vascular technology strongly
preferred--- New graduates, or cross-trained technologists must
obtain RVT or RVS within one year from hire --- Has less than 2
years experience in the Karmody Vascular Laboratory, or less than 5
years experience in a general or vascular ultrasound department at
an outside facilitySalary 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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