Vascular Technologist Vascular Surgery - Hillcrest Medical Office Building

                    

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Job Title

Vascular Technologist Vascular Surgery - Hillcrest Medical Office Building

                        

Location

Mayfield Hts

                    

Facility

Hillcrest Hospital

                     

Department

Vascular Surgery Region-Heart Vascular & Thoracic Institute

                      

Job Code

D24001

                     

Shift

Days

                       

Schedule

8:00am-4:30pm

                       

Job Summary

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as the No. 4 hospital in the nation, according to the U.S. News and World Report. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

Under the direction of the Non-Invasive Vascular Lab Supervisor and the Medical Director, a Vascular Technologist performs ultrasound studies specific to veins and arteries, including but not limited to carotid, aorta, mesenteric, renal and celiac; cardiac mapping and pulse volume recordings. Assists with the interpretation of study results. Serves as a senior technical resource for the laboratory. Assists with interviewing prospective technologists and participates in the orientation and training of new members of non-invasive vascular laboratory and ongoing training of technologists and visiting students. Interacts with multiple databases and patient's EMR as part of testing.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

                         

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Performs ultrasound studies specific to veins and arteries, including but not limited to carotid, aorta, mesenteric, renal, and celiac; cardiac mapping; and pulse volume recordings typically handling complicated and difficult cases.
• Reviews previous patient history, obtains brief current patient history; determines the appropriate procedure(s) necessary for proper diagnosis, consulting with physician if there are any questions concerning the ultrasound exam.
• Notifies physician of abnormal findings.
• Prepares patient for examination, explains procedure, assists patient on/off examination table and with dressing/undressing, as required.
• Performs technical procedures in the application of duplex imaging and other non-invasive procedures on peripheral arteries which utilize pulse volume recorders with Doppler that may require treadmill testing.
• Maintains appropriate testing documentation in patient medical record and a file copy of all examinations performed.
• Accurately completes financial documentation for billing procedure.
• Performs ultrasound and pulse volume recording studies at the hospital bedside, in the inpatient setting and in the outpatient clinics to report findings to the care provider.
• Assists with interpretation of study results.
• Provides technical guidance to less experienced technologists in conducting tests and interpreting study results.
• Correlates non-invasive vascular laboratory study results with other diagnostic studies performed (e.g., arteriograms, venograms, CT scans, and MRI).
• Evaluates images and makes preliminary decisions on patient findings. Serves as a senior technical resource for the non-invasive vascular laboratory.
• Provides input for the interpretation of test results.
• Assists in the correlation of vascular laboratory studies and in clinical research as outlined by the medical director of the non-invasive vascular laboratory.
• Participates in the evaluation of new equipment and procedures. Provides technica