Vascular Technologist
Posted on: 28 Mar 2022
Bellingham, WA
Job Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a Vascular Technologist for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. Hourly compensation starts at $39.80, more depending on experience.
Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 including 2 doses of a 2-dose series or 1 dose of a 1-dose series plus 14 days beyond the final dose prior to start date.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for performing diagnostic non-invasive vascular examinations using a variety of ultrasound equipment. Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify and record appropriate anatomical, pathological, and diagnostic images. Creates a preliminary report for an accredited reading physician and gives preliminary findings to referring providers when indicated.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Performs diagnostic Non-invasive vascular studies on the patient is a safe and professional manner.
Provides preliminary analysis and report to the physician.
Maintains daily log of patients seen and completes appropriate paperwork/exam billing forms and logs charges.
Maintains ultrasound equipment, work areas and makes sure there are adequate supplies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
Graduation from an accredited Vascular Technology or Sonography program with an AS or BS degree required.
EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:
Two years clinical experience in a Vascular Lab in similar position preferred.
LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:
RVT through ARDMS and/or RVS through CCI
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.
OTHER SKILLS:
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
Ability to analyze complex information
Independent and critical thinking skills
Proficient computer skills including MS Office applications
Self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision
ST JOSEPH PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:
Work requires active physical exertion up to 33% of the time.
Ability to lift/push/pull objects weighing 80 lbs. or less.
Work requires frequent exposure to skin or lung irritants; extreme cold or heat; sharp instruments such as knives, scalpels, etc.; or dangerous equipment; reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids once per month or more.
Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).
PeaceHealth
Vancouver, WA
PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, Wash., is a nonprofit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska. PeaceHealth has approximately 16,000 caregivers, a multi-specialty medical group practice with more than 1,200 physicians and providers, and 10 medical centers serving both urban and rural communities throughout the Northwest.
In 1890, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace founded what has become PeaceHealth. Today, PeaceHealth is the legacy of its founding Sisters and continues to serve communities when invited to do so with a spirit of collaboration and stewardship. For more information, visit peacehealth.org.
Our Mission
We carry on the healing mission of Jesus Christ by promoting personal and community health, relieving pain and suffering, and treating each person in a loving and caring way.
Our Core Values
Respect
We respect the dignity and appreciate the worth of each person as demonstrated by our compassion, caring and acceptance of individual differences.
Collaboration
We value the involvement, cooperation and creativity of all who work together to promote the health of the community.
Stewardship
We choose to serve the community and hold ourselves accountable to exercise ethical and responsible stewardship in the allocation and utilization of human, fi nancial and environmental resources.
Social Justice
We build and evaluate the structures of our organization and those of society to promote the just distribution of health care resources.
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IndustryHealthcare
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No. of Employees16,000 +
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