Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
- Full-Time
- Bronx, NY
- Mobile Vascular Physicians
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
Vascular Management Consultants LLC
Mobile Vascular Physicians is a rapidly growing, innovative, and dedicated organization providing vascular interventions and procedures primarily to the senior and adult populations living in nursing homes and skilled living facilities with venous and vascular disease. Our practice provides a full team of vascular experts to provide high-level care at long term care facilities and in our Vascular Care Centers.
We exist and service facilities throughout the five NYC boroughs as well as Long Island and Westchester County. Our practice strongly values solid interpersonal skills and a dedicated work ethic.
Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography exams in accordance with patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures
- Practices proper patient identification before proceeding with an exam
- Review all supporting clinical information
- Evaluate any contraindications, insufficient patient prep, and patient’s inability or unwillingness to tolerate the examination
- Use proper patient positioning and equipment adjustments to ensure patient and sonographer comfort and safety
- Knowledge of infectious diseases and the utilization of Universal Precautions
- Perform diagnostic medical sonography examinations placed by the ordering physician in accordance with MVP’s ultrasound protocols
- Acquires additional images when needed for optimal diagnostic results
- Identifies and documents any limitations of the exam and prepares comments/findings at the end of the exam
- Documents any incidental findings that might impact patient safety or care
- Maintains patient privacy in accordance with HIPAA
- Ability to troubleshoot issues or call for assistance
- Properly cares for Ultrasound equipment and notifies the office if there are any issues
- Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with co-workers and members of the health care team
- Maintains education and training in Sonography
- Perform bedside visits to patients within the facility
Qualifications:
- Prior Venous Insufficiency experience preferred but not required
- RVT Certification preferred (must be obtained by end of the first year of employment)
- Ultrasound Certificate
- Competency in specialty area/s performed and ARDMS or CCI registry
- Proficiency in computer skills
- Committed to professional growth and learning (e.g. Training and CME’s)
- Clean driving record
- Not listed on the OIG exclusion list
- Annual PPD, TB, Hep B, Physical and Flu Vaccination required
- Must be able travel between Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Long Island
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Sonography: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Registered Vascular Technologist (Preferred)
Willingness To Travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location:
- Multiple locations