Vascular Technologist

The Vascular Tech Certified aids the physician in diagnosis and treatment of veins and arteries by conducting non-invasive diagnostic ultrasounds of the body. This position works collaboratively with the physician providing clear technical findings of the procedure results, and provides professional care and education for patients pre and post procedure.

WHO WE ARE
Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care ministry with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana and Illinois. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring.Our valuesof Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients. With 12 hospital ministries, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care. Of our260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Monday - Friday 7:30a - 4:30p
• Collaborates with the Vascular Surgeon and/or Cardiologist for diagnostic information on the patient.
• Performs the full realm of venous and arterial studies utilizing established protocols.
• Decides which images to include, looking for differences between healthy and pathological areas.
• Determines whether the scope of the exam should be extended, based on findings.
• Maintains records that include patient information, sonographs, interpretations, files of correspondence, publications and regulations, as well as quality assurance records, such as pathology, biopsy, or post-operative reports.
• Demonstrates safety for patients, staff, and self, as outlined in department protocols and regulatory guidelines.
• Observes and cares for patients throughout examinations to ensure their safety and comfort.
• Cleans, checks, and maintains sonographic equipment, submitting maintenance requests or performing minor repairs as necessary.
• Maintains and orders supplies as needed.
• Operates ultrasound equipment to produce and record images of the motion, shape, and composition of blood, organs, tissues, or bodily masses.
• Prepares patient, including settings and angles.
• Observes screen during scan to ensure that image produced is satisfactory for diagnostic purposes, adjusting equipment as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Required Certificate Radiology
• Preferred Certificate Ultrasound
• Required High School Diploma/GED
• 1 year Radiology
  Preferred
• 1 year Vascular Ultrasound
  Preferred
• Registered Ultrasonographer (ARDMS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography within 180 days hire
• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association

TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on thebenefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.