Vascular Ultrasound Technologist

Job description

We Are Growing!! Bilingual Preferred!!

Bonus options and relocation assistance are available.

Join us at American Vein & Vascular Institute, where you'll work alongside passionate caregivers and build a rewarding career with Colorado's largest network of vein clinics.

At American Vein, we are not only concerned with the well-being and health of our patients, but with our employees as well.

In our IAC accredited testing facilities, we are committed to taking care of our RVTs, including :

• Proper ergonomics - An integral part of the practice of sonography, therefore we are a certified sonographer worksite, adhering to the highest standards of equipment and ergonomics for our valued ultrasound technologists.
• We don't churn and burn our ultrasound patients - Our diagnostic studies are scheduled for 1 ½ hours to give you time to properly and thoroughly scan and connect with each one of your patients, thus insuring the highest standard of care.
• Fully equipped vascular diagnostic lab - Simply said, we want you to love what you do, while having the best tools to do it with.

Including motorized exam tables and ergonomic chairs.

• Full IAC accredited vascular lab - Performing Lower Extremity Arterial and Venous Duplex, Aorta / IVC Duplex, Carotid and Pelvic Congestion Duplex ultrasounds.
• Continuous learning environment - Generous continuing medical education stipend of $1500 to keep you up to date with the current best practices in the Vascular Ultrasound field.

Our practice philosophy is a team-based approach with an emphasis on creating the best patient experience possible, utilizing the latest diagnostic tools and technology.

Hours and Location are : This position is intended to cover our clinic in Fort Collins, CO with normal business hours as Mon - Thur from 7 : 30 a.m. to 5 : 30pm.

Duties include but are not limited to :

• Reports primarily to the Clinic Manager. A clear line of communication with the Technical Director is mandatory for assessing needs in the Diagnostic Center
• Adherence to all American Vein policies and procedures including those pertinent to HIPAA and OSHA compliance
• Perform high quality diagnostic ultrasound examinations and compose thorough worksheets to facilitate accurate reporting
• Participate in quality assurance (QA) reviews, collect relevant data to improve the processes within the Diagnostic Center
• Adhere to factory handling, maintenance and cleaning of all laboratory equipment as outlined in our policies and procedures
• Obtain pertinent reports from previous exams or procedures before performing follow up evaluations
• Report all critically positive results immediately to the Medical Director or Medical Staff
• Assist with PACS and EMR maintenance to ensure that all studies are properly archived prior to removing from hard drive
• Perform ancillary office duties as indicated by the Clinic Manager
• Obtain 30 CME’s per 3 year period specific to Non-Invasive Vascular Testing : at least 1 CME per year in ergonomics, and 5 CME’s per year in venous insufficiency testing or treatment

Required Qualifications / Skills : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education / Knowledge and Skills - Minimum requirements :

• RVT, RVS or RPhS credentialing
• Prior experience performing all aspects of vascular ultrasound with additional training in venous insufficiency examinations
• Working knowledge of healthcare related laws and standards
• Basic understanding of medical necessity as it relates to vascular ultrasound testing; obtaining signed orders from referring physicians, verifying proper indications for exams, etc.
• Willing to learn new software
• Interpersonal communication skills are a must
• High degree of respect and confidentiality
• Highly organized
• Fun, Friendly and Trust-inspiring

Desired Qualifications / Skills :

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Office and EMR Software.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

ARDMS : RVT, CCI : RVS and / or RPhS

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Schedule :

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift

Application Question(s) :

• Are you willing to undergo a Background check and Drug Screen as prescribed by local and state law? (Deal Breaker - YES)
• Are you willing to undergo a Background Check and Drug Screen in accordance with Local and State requirements?

Experience :

• Microsoft Office : 1 year (Required)
• EMR systems : 1 year (Required)

License / Certification :

Do have a current ARDMS RVT or CCI RVS, RPhS credential? (Required)

Ability to Commute :

Fort Collins, CO 80528 (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Fort Collins, CO 80528 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.

They are not to be construed, as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Employment Type

Full-time