CV Technologist

Area of Interest : Medical Imaging and Radiology - Non-Nursing

Salary Range : $35.18 - $52.78 / hr

FTE / Hours per pay period : 1.0

Department : Vascular Lab- RI

Shift : 830a to 5p, or 10a-630p, Mon - Fri., Rotating weekends Sat / Sun 8a-5p, Variable shifts, 5-8's, 4-10"s

Job ID : 170524

Overview

Schedule : 8 : 30am to 5 : 00pm, or 10 : 00am-6 : 30pm, Monday - Friday, Weekend Rotation - 8 : 00am-5 : 00pm.

Under the general direction of the Manager, Non-Invasive Diagnostics and Campus Lead, performs quality diagnostic non-invasive vascular services to the patients in the Vascular Laboratory and associated departments. Acts as a clinical resource person for the vascular lab.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few :

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence / Patient Care

Collects and reviews data related to the physiological / psychological status of the patient. Provides education to patient and ensures all consents are signed.

Obtains and records patient history and accurate symptoms pertinent to the procedure to be performed.

Competently prepares patients for appropriate procedure

Performs vascular imaging procedures and determine if images are acceptable or if they need redone

Operates ultrasound duplex imaging equipment in order to perform imaging studies and performs physiological testing procedures utilizing; pulse volume recorder, photoplethysmography, strip chart, recorder, handheld bidirectional doppler, and transcranial Doppler

Properly stores and transfers exams in PACS

Gives providers and radiologists preliminary results and documents in the patient’s medical record.

Responsible for regular rotation of on-call responsibilities. This includes the use of their own cell phone device to complete essential work functions and enhance job performance.

Qualifications

Education :

Graduate of an accredited School of Radiography or an accredited School of Ultrasonography, or holds a BSN

Preferred : Degree or coursework in Vascular Imaging

Experience :

2 years of vascular imaging experience

Preferred : 5+ years of vascular imaging experience

License Certifications :

Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.

Registration with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or Cardiovascular Credentialing International , be a Registered RVT or be registry eligible. If registry eligible must sit for RDMS registry within 24 months and successfully pass the Physics and Vascular examinations

CPR

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

Communication – written & verbal

Decision making

Independent Judgment & Decision Making

Leadership skills

Managing priorities / deadlines

Customer / patient focused

Multicultural sensitivity

Planning and organizing skills

Technical Aptitude – ability to learn new systems quickly

• Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses / incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.