About this role
Under limited supervision, responsible for performing a variety of noninvasive tests on adult and pediatric patients to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of Vascular Disease, as ordered by a physician. May lead or mentor lower level team members.
• Performs advanced vascular exams on patients using Doppler ultrasound equipment. • Exams include arterial and venous studies of upper and lower extremities. • Requests and gathers patient information to aide in the diagnosis of the patient. • Maintains database of patient information. • Reviews orders and explains studies to patients, discusses studies with referring physicians or ordering physicians. • Writes protocols for diagnostic testing. Responsible for quarterly reviews of protocols, policies and procedures and updates protocols according to the IAC standards yearly. • Prepares data and writes reports to assist faculty in research protocols where ultrasound is utilized. • Responsible for the accreditation of the Vascular Lab by the Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) vascular testing. • Attends staff meetings, IAC meetings, Quality Monthly meetings and vascular grand rounds as required. • Maintains records and evaluations for continuing education. • Assists with staff scheduling, performs equipment maintenance and follow up on repairs. • Performs all other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge of hemodynamics relative to vascular arterial disease, and knowledge of standards for International Accreditation Commission in Vascular Testing (IAC). • Ability to perform portable studies in any setting as ordered by physicians. • Knowledge of Microsoft Office products, with proficiency in Microsoft word/data entry in EMR's. • Ability to work efficiently, independently, with good organizational skills. • Ability to maintain strict protocols of all confidential or sensitive information. • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills. • Required certifications must remain current and valid. EDUCATION: Associate's Degree degree and completion of a formal vascular technology training program or two (2) years in an allied health care training program is required. EXPERIENCE: Six (6) years of clinical experience in a vascular laboratory as a Registered Vascular Technologist is required. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Active RVT required. This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.