Registered Vascular Technologist

Registered Vascular Technologist-(3291853)

Description

At Mass General the brightest minds in medicine collaborate on behalf of our patients to bridge innovative science with state-of-the-art clinical medicine.

We provide care locally, nationally and globally by partnering with underserved communities to build, improve and sustain health care delivery and healthier communities.

Under the general direction of the Technical Director of the Vascular Laboratory, the Senior Vascular Technologist (SVT) will serve as a clinical expert and role model for all other technologists in the vascular lab.

The SVT will facilitate all medical and nursing staff who are seeking urgent care studies in the Vascular Diagnostic Lab.

It is the responsibility of the SVT, among many others, to initiate patient diagnostic testing by consulting with medical and nursing staff via telephone and to evaluate urgent needs for studies that are requested on a regular basis.

The SVT will play a major role in the coordinating and management of research trials that exist in the lab.

Position Highlights :

• $10,000 sign on bonus (current employees of MGB not eligible)
• Hours : Monday-Friday 9am - 5 : 30pm
• Award winning : Rated as the #1 hospital in America in 2015 and #2 in 2019
• Leader in Research : Mass General serves as a leader in research with more than $1 billion in research operations. Our research program spans more than 30 clinical departments and centers across the hospital.

Approximately 1,200 clinical trials are taking place at Mass General at any given time.

Employee Centered : Voted as one of the best places to work in Massachusetts!

What you will do :

• Assists lab leadership with maintaining operational lab policies and procedures by participating in the monitoring and guidance of lab personnel.
• Has attained the level of technologist expert and transfers this knowledge onto subordinates and other lab personnel as necessary.
• Assists in the training of residents and fellows
• Maintains optimum quality assurance in all aspects of patient care testing.
• Operate ultrasonic equipment and performs diagnostic procedures such as carotid (extracranial), peripheral venous, abdominal visceral, transcranial (intracranial) or peripheral arterial ultrasounds.
• Obtains brief oral patient history, physical examination, reasons for the testing to be performed, and determines the appropriate testing to be performed.
• Performs portable testing and brings portable ultrasound unit / physiologic to in-patient floors.
• Records patient test data, compiles and assembles data, writes preliminary reports and provides this information to the physician / EPIC / Visage, and Powerscribe in a timely fashion.
• Maintains and shares clinical knowledge and skills using current vascular technology and health-care practices as well as continuing educational programs and appropriate learning experiences.

What’s in it for you :

• Medical Benefits : Start day 1!
• PTO : 20 days annually plus 10 paid holidaysper year
• Retirement : 403b retirement savings plan with hospital match. Plus, a Cash Balance Retirement Pension plan
• Commuting : Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Employee perks : Enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events
• CEU / CME Reimbursement : up to $1,500 for full-time employees and $750 for part-time employees

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference here at Mass General Hospital.

Qualifications

What you will need :

• Must be certified by the ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) as an RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) or an RVS (Registered Vascular Technologist)
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related diagnostic ultrasound experience
• Possess AHA BLS certification

EEO Statement

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law.

We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Primary Location

MA-Waltham-MGH Waltham

Work Locations

MGH Waltham40 Second AvenueWaltham02451

Radiology / Imaging / Ultrasound - Other

Organization

Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

Schedule

Full-timeStandard Hours : 40

Shift

Day Job

Employee Status

RegularRecruiting Department : MGH Vascular Center

Job Posting

May 28, 2024