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Position Summary

Position provides high quality non-invasive vascular studies, assists physicians with diagnosis of vascular disease.

Job Description

PRN position will fill staffing gap/deficiency during busy clinic week days and weekends.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Familiar with all equipment and its operation utilized in the Vascular Lab for testing purposes. Performs all test procedures provided by the Vascular Lab. Performs portable studies for ICU and Emergent procedures.
• Knowledgeable of vascular anatomy and physiology. Able to perform a safe, reliable and reproducible exam.
• Assists physicians with procedures, providing sonographic guidance during process, obtains necessary supplies, equipment and monitors patient needs assisting physicians with patient support.
• Collects, records and interprets pertinent clinical information from the patient interview and assessment as well as the medical chart to facilitate interpretation of the test results.
• Combines pertinent information received from the interview, assessment and examination to formulate a complete, concise preliminary report to be reviewed by the interpreting physician. Utilizes digital server and reporting system.
• Maintains documentation as required including patient files and completes paperwork needed for procedures/processes, accreditation correlation study documentation, and peer review documentation.
• Establishes and maintains a functional and working relationship with patient as well as other members of the health care system.
• Teaches ultrasound procedures and techniques to visitors in the department such as residents, students, fellows and new sonographers, and enhances own professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, quality assurance meetings and conferences.
• Familiar with emergency fire procedures and safety issues within the department. Practices Universal Precautions.
• Assists and participates in continuous quality control and improvement methods performed in the Vascular Lab. Maintains and establishes departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety environmental and infection control standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in noninvasive vascular lab.
• Clinical rotation experience.
• Physical ability to do portable vascular lab studies.
• Good communication skills and good manual dexterity.
• Able to perform several tasks simultaneously and have good organizational, oral and written communication skills.
• Able to be on call on a rotation basis.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Vascular Technologist or Registered Vascular Specialist or graduate from an accredited ultrasound program.
• REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION: Must possess ARDMS R.V.T. or CCI R.V.S. credentials within one year of employment. Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Grade

C12-H

Salary Range

$28.52 - $44.21 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

This position is not eligible to receive benefits. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view eligibility criteria.

EEO/AA Statement

Washington University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individualâ™s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation. Women, minorities, protected veterans and the disabled are strongly encouraged to apply.

Diversity Statement

Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment â“ fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.

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