Vascular Tech

Qualifications

Associate of Science Degree in health care related field or Bachelor's Degree in a medically related field; or successful completion of a cardiovascular technology training program. Must be registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), American Registry of Radiologic Technology in ultrasound (ARRT) or the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or registry eligible. Registry exam must be taken within the first year of employment and successfully completed within 2 years of employment. Must have current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing vascular ultrasound studies, ensuring optimum quality assurance in all aspects of patient care and testing. Achieves performance of vascular imagining procedures through the operation of diagnostic sonography equipment. Actively participates in the set-up and adjusts made to equipment in order to complete the diagnostic procedures. Knowledge of imaging various anatomical structures is essential and an understanding of how to position patients in order to obtain images. Interacts with patients in gathering the necessary information specific to the procedure being initiated. Obtains appropriate patient information for the procedure being completed.