Overview

Dignity Health Medical Foundation established in 1993 is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation with care centers throughout California. Dignity Health Medical Foundation is an affiliate of Dignity Health - one of the largest health systems in the nation - with hospitals and care centers in California Arizona and Nevada. Today Dignity Health Medical Foundation works hand-in-hand with physicians and providers throughout California to provide comprehensive health care services to the many communities we serve. As Dignity Health Medical Foundation continues to grow and establish new premier care centers we provide increasing support and investment in the latest technologies finest physicians and state-of-the-art medical facilities. We strive to create purposeful work settings where staff can provide great care while advancing in knowledge and experience through challenging work assignments and stimulating relationships. Our staff is well-trained and highly skilled qualities that are vital to maintaining excellence in care and service. Mercy Imaging Centers a service of Dignity Health Medical Foundation provides cutting-edge diagnostic imaging services at 16 locations in the greater Sacramento and Woodland areas. Our team of 160 staff members work with our specialty trained and board certified radiologists to provide high quality care to our patients. The locations perform more than 175000 exams annually with the goal of providing top quality imaging compassionate care and timely service with a smile.

Responsibilities

The Vascular Technologist is responsible for the performance of a variety of noninvasive diagnostic vascular procedures including carotid duplex ultrasound scan arterial duplex scan venous duplex scan pressure measurements and other methodologies to evaluate patients suspected of having vascular disease in accordance with the requirements of the Intersociety Commission for the Accreditation of Vascular Laboratories (ICAVL).

This position reports to the Supervisor Vascular Surgery Department.

Core Duties:

Evaluates test results for technical quality and accuracy and provides complete and accurate preliminary written reports for physician review

Demonstrates competency in patient care and maintains patient confidentiality

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a training program accredited by the American Medical Association - Committee on Allied Health Education (AMA-CAHEA) required

Current registration as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) required

One year of clinical experience as a Vascular Technologist required

Must maintain current CMEs/CEUs

Requires knowledge of:

Typing and office skills

Proper phone techniques

Aseptic techniques

Vascular ultrasound studies general ultrasound and pressure measurements

Human body anatomy and vascular anatomy disease and treatment

Evaluation and interpretation of test results

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation

General filing procedures

Electrical safety standards and common safety precaution

Current BLS certification required (must be certified through the American Heart Association

Requires ability to:

Perform quality vascular studies including ultrasound doppler duplex and pressure measurements

Work with computer and billing system

Establish and maintain a good working relationship with a wide variety of medical personnel

Act courteously and with tact in dealing with patients visitors and the public

Explain procedures to patients

Maintain patient confidentiality

Follow established procedures

Develop and maintain department quality assurance

Work effectively under stress and adjust priorities as circumstances require

Organize work assignments maintaining accurate and complete records

Maintain a high degree of accuracy regarding all details

Remain calm and reassure distressed patients

Work with minimal supervision

Respond effectively in emergency situations

Read and comprehend technical instructions

Communicate effectively in both oral and written communications

Preferred Qualifications:

Two (2) years of clinical experience as a Vascular Technologist preferred*This position is represented by SEIU-UHW

Pay Range

$50.70 - $58.77 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.