Vascular Sonographer
Company: Stanford Health Care
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: August 5, 2022
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Job Description:
If you're ready to be part of our legacy of hope and innovation,
we encourage you to take the first step and explore our current job
openings. Your best is waiting to be discovered. 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
RequirementLicense/Certification: RVT (registered vascular
technologist) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical
Sonography (ARDMS) - active status#LI-LG1Equal Opportunity Employer
Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is
committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its
policies and practices, including the area of employment.
Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the
basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity
and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin,
political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic
information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of
any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and
ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are
encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions
will be considered after an individualized assessment of the
conviction and the job requirements.
Keywords: Stanford Health Care, Palo Alto , Vascular Sonographer, Healthcare , Palo Alto, California
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