University of Utah Health
Vascular Lab Technologist I
University of Utah Health, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Overview
Overview
This position is responsible for the completion of specialized vascular examinations to aid in the diagnosis of vascular disease and to guide the determination of therapy options. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. The University of Utah Health values compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust and is an EO/AA employer.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked for academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in comprehensive services, medical advancement, and patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Coordinates and prioritizes ordered exams.
Collaborates and coordinates with medical staff including physicians, APCs, medical fellows and residents, and other medical staff.
Collects medical information and patient histories.
Performs vascular ultrasound exams in accordance with department and accredited body protocols and procedures.
Documents exams and preliminary impressions accurately.
Cleans and maintains equipment, supplies, and work area.
May be assigned shared mobile outreach duties in support of Vascular Surgery clinics at various outreach locations.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Ability to provide care to the population served.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
Ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status.
Ability to provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
Demonstrated knowledge of vascular anatomy and physiology.
Demonstrated effective communication and human relation skills.
Qualifications Required Verified competency in all of the following areas:
Upper and lower Extremity Venous Duplex
Carotid Duplex
Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) testing
If incumbent holds ARDMS(RDMS) as a means to qualify for the role, the incumbent must obtain an appropriate vascular testing credential within two (2) years of entry into the position.
Licenses Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
One of the following certifications:
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) – ARDMS
Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) – CCI
RT(VS) – ARRT
RDMS-AB – ARDMS
RDMS – ARDMS
* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving equipment or patients while providing medical care.
Physical Requirements: Carrying, Color Determination, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Overview
This position is responsible for the completion of specialized vascular examinations to aid in the diagnosis of vascular disease and to guide the determination of therapy options. This position provides direct patient care and may be required to access and administer medications within their scope of practice and according to state law. The University of Utah Health values compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust and is an EO/AA employer.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked for academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in comprehensive services, medical advancement, and patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
Coordinates and prioritizes ordered exams.
Collaborates and coordinates with medical staff including physicians, APCs, medical fellows and residents, and other medical staff.
Collects medical information and patient histories.
Performs vascular ultrasound exams in accordance with department and accredited body protocols and procedures.
Documents exams and preliminary impressions accurately.
Cleans and maintains equipment, supplies, and work area.
May be assigned shared mobile outreach duties in support of Vascular Surgery clinics at various outreach locations.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Demonstrated potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
Ability to provide care to the population served.
Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.
Ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status.
Ability to provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
Demonstrated knowledge of vascular anatomy and physiology.
Demonstrated effective communication and human relation skills.
Qualifications Required Verified competency in all of the following areas:
Upper and lower Extremity Venous Duplex
Carotid Duplex
Ankle Brachial Index (ABI) testing
If incumbent holds ARDMS(RDMS) as a means to qualify for the role, the incumbent must obtain an appropriate vascular testing credential within two (2) years of entry into the position.
Licenses Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
One of the following certifications:
Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) – ARDMS
Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) – CCI
RT(VS) – ARRT
RDMS-AB – ARDMS
RDMS – ARDMS
* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving equipment or patients while providing medical care.
Physical Requirements: Carrying, Color Determination, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Walking.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. This posting reflects job opportunities at University of Utah Health.
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