Vascular Sonographer

Company: Stanford Health Care
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: January 12, 2022

Job Description:

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The Registered Vascular Sonographer Technologist (RVT) reports to the Supervisor and performs all required ultrasound and clinical evaluations at a technical level requiring limited supervision. The vascular technologist
uses ultrasound as well as other diagnostic instruments to image and evaluate the conditions of the arteries and veins in the body.
Essential Functions

The essential functions listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification.They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and
responsibilities. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Employees must abide by all Joint Commission Requirements including but not limited to sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education
and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.

Must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the Service Standards of the Hospital(s).

Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic vascular laboratory examinations; performs the following procedures: cerebrovascular, peripheral vascular and abdominal duplex, Transcranial Doppler, segmental blood pressure and exercise testing, and physiology evaluations and other tests as determined by the Technical and Medical Directors of the vascular lab.
Prepares patients for examinations and explains procedures to patients; ensures safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient while in the technologist's care.
Assesses the patient and correlate the clinical history with the test to be performed; consults supervisor when necessary to determine appropriate vascular lab procedure and consults with referring MD and/or patient chart regarding patient's history when necessary.
Provides technical and nursing aid for surgical, biopsy, and aspiration procedures.
Recognizes the significance of all structures visualized on the monitor and is able to differentiate normal from abnormal and recognize artifacts; understands when to seek advice. Recognizes the limitations of electronic equipment.
Follows protocols and is able to deviate from normal techniques when clinically necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Education: Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement
License/Certification: RVT (registered vascular technologist) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) - active status
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