Sr. Vascular Technologist

The Lead Vascular Sonographer functions as a healthcare provider who, working under the delegated authority of the technical director and supervising physician. The Lead Sonographer role and responsibilities includes the supervision of sonography staff as well as professional development oversight of sonography staff.

Boston Medical Center seeks a full-time Sr. Vascular Technologist for our IAC Accredited Vascular Lab. The Vascular Team closely works with 4 Vascular Surgeons, 2 Cardiologists, 2 Neurologists, Fellows/Residents, and 6 Vascular Technologists.

Position: Sr. Vascular Technologist

Department: Vascular Lab

Schedule: 40-Hrs Full-Time

Vascular Technologist / Sonographer Sign on Bonus

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  Effective date and eligibility: 12/13/24 - All external applications received and/or new hires who start on or after this date, will be eligible for the sign on bonus of $15,000.00 paid after completing the probationary period.
  

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

The Lead Sonographer essential functions are categorized as:

• Primary Responsibilities (core competencies and/or skills that typify the work of the Lead Sonographer)

• Other Responsibilities (optional functions that may also be required of the Lead Sonographer).

• Extensive sonography education, training, and experience in the specialty area(s) to be performed.

• Demonstrated competence in the specialty area(s) to be performed, including sonographer certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)

• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and lifelong learning (e.g., continuing medical education in the specialty area(s) performed, higher education, research, staff training, etc.).

• Demonstrated proficiency with computer skills and software programs for documentation activities and report generation. Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care team across all departments at the medical facility.

• Assist with the IAC reaccreditation process, education and training of sonography students and physician residents.

• Ensure that the sonography examination results meet the facility standard for

• Quality Assurance before findings are released for interpretation.

• Provide oversight for the assessment of sonography examinations performed within the facility for technical and image quality, and accuracy.

• Function as the clinical / technical leader in sonography imaging within the facility.

• Assist in carrying out Quality Assurance protocols and Quality Improvement measures within the facility

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree or Associate's Degree in Vascular Tech/Ultrasound, or BS/AS in any allied health/science discipline plus a certificate from an accredited vascular ultrasound program.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED:

Required Licensure/Certifications

• Certified through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), or ARDMS (RVT) Registry within 24 months.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of (4-5) years of experience in vascular ultrasound technology and non-invasive vascular exams.

• Proficient on all vascular laboratory equipment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• The vascular ultrasound technologist will perform the full spectrum of vascular studies with expertise: Peripheral Vascular Lab services provided by technologists include Non-Invasive Carotid Studies, Arterial Duplex Studies (AVF, Graft Surveillance, Stent Surveillance, etc.) Venous Duplex Studies, Transcranial Doppler Studies, Renal Artery Studies, Arterial Physiology studies and Vein Mapping studies

• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with co-workers, administrators, and members of the health care team across all departments at the medical facility.

• Maintain an extensive clinical experience in providing sonography services and demonstrated ability to mentor and support staff sonographers.