Catholic Health System
Certified Vascular Ultrasound Technologist KMH
Catholic Health System, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Salary: 38.43-48.36 USD
Facility: Kenmore Mercy Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Per Diem FTE: 0.100000
Bargaining Unit: CWA Local 1133
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Varied with Call Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: Varied hours with call, holiday and weekend rotation.
Summary:
Under the direction of a Radiologist and/or a Site Manger / Director, performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the application of non-ionizing high frequency ultrasound waves. After post hire training, an Ultrasound technologist will demonstrate the ability to, and perform, a variety of technical procedures at a proficient level. Ultrasound technologists will participate in after hours and weekend call rotations as required by site specific expectations.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Graduate of an Approved School of Radiologic Technology or Diagnostic Ultrasonography
Registered as an Ultra sonographer with either the ARRT or ARDMS
Registered as a Vascular Technologist with one of the following credentialing organizations:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) , Vascular Sonography RT(VS)
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
BLS Preferred
Registered as an ARDMS (RVT), ARRT (RT-VS), or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).
Registered as an Ultra sonographer with either the ARRT or ARDMS
EXPERIENCE
One (1) year experience as an RVT required
If no applicants have one (1) year experience as an RVT, the applicants meeting the following criteria will be considered next:
Graduate of an Approved School of Radiologic Technology or Diagnostic Ultrasonography
Registered as an Ultra sonographer with either the ARRT or ARDMS
Registered as a Vascular Technologist with one of the following credentialing organizations:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) , Vascular Sonography RT(VS)
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
BLS Preferred
No experience required
Registered as an ARDMS (RVT), ARRT (RT-VS), or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).
Registered as an Ultra sonographer with either the ARRT or ARDMS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Good judgment
Analytical ability
Excellent attention to detail
Responsible
Ability to work unsupervised
Ability to interpret data and draw conclusions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
Good general health necessary in order to stand and walk most of the day. Must have the ability to pull, push, and lift patients and equipment.
Participate in site rotations where applicable, see site specific department requirements
ENVIRONMENT
Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs.
Occasional exposure to one or more mildly unpleasant physical conditions.
Intermittent exposure to a few unpleasant physical conditions.
Frequent exposure too many disagreeable physical conditions.
Continuous exposure to extremely disagreeable physical conditions.
Risk of exposure to infectious organisms, ionizing radiation and strong magnetic field
REQNUMBER: 37035
Facility: Kenmore Mercy Hospital
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Per Diem FTE: 0.100000
Bargaining Unit: CWA Local 1133
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Varied with Call Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: Varied hours with call, holiday and weekend rotation.
Summary:
Under the direction of a Radiologist and/or a Site Manger / Director, performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the application of non-ionizing high frequency ultrasound waves. After post hire training, an Ultrasound technologist will demonstrate the ability to, and perform, a variety of technical procedures at a proficient level. Ultrasound technologists will participate in after hours and weekend call rotations as required by site specific expectations.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Graduate of an Approved School of Radiologic Technology or Diagnostic Ultrasonography
Registered as an Ultra sonographer with either the ARRT or ARDMS
Registered as a Vascular Technologist with one of the following credentialing organizations:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) , Vascular Sonography RT(VS)
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
BLS Preferred
Registered as an ARDMS (RVT), ARRT (RT-VS), or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).
Registered as an Ultra sonographer with either the ARRT or ARDMS
EXPERIENCE
One (1) year experience as an RVT required
If no applicants have one (1) year experience as an RVT, the applicants meeting the following criteria will be considered next:
Graduate of an Approved School of Radiologic Technology or Diagnostic Ultrasonography
Registered as an Ultra sonographer with either the ARRT or ARDMS
Registered as a Vascular Technologist with one of the following credentialing organizations:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) , Vascular Sonography RT(VS)
American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS)
BLS Preferred
No experience required
Registered as an ARDMS (RVT), ARRT (RT-VS), or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS).
Registered as an Ultra sonographer with either the ARRT or ARDMS
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Good judgment
Analytical ability
Excellent attention to detail
Responsible
Ability to work unsupervised
Ability to interpret data and draw conclusions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS
Good general health necessary in order to stand and walk most of the day. Must have the ability to pull, push, and lift patients and equipment.
Participate in site rotations where applicable, see site specific department requirements
ENVIRONMENT
Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs.
Occasional exposure to one or more mildly unpleasant physical conditions.
Intermittent exposure to a few unpleasant physical conditions.
Frequent exposure too many disagreeable physical conditions.
Continuous exposure to extremely disagreeable physical conditions.
Risk of exposure to infectious organisms, ionizing radiation and strong magnetic field
REQNUMBER: 37035