Vascular Technologist

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, performs non-invasive vascular tests to assist physicians in diagnosing disorders of the vascular system. Performs related clerical duties. Reports to Manager, Cardiovascular Diagnostics. Provides care to adult and geriatric patients.

KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Associate's degree in Nursing or an allied health science (cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography or the like or an equivalent combination of education and eperience is required for extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology as well as specific vascular anatomy and physiology.
• Must be a Registered Vascular Technologist through the American Society of the Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Advanced knowledge of vascular diseases and the ability to apply vascular disease is required to determine the appropriateness of tests being required.
• A level of interpersonal skills sufficient to explain procedures to patients and/or families ally apprehension obtain medical information and relay pertinent information to physicians is required.
• A level of knowledge of patient care techniques and methods generally acquired through twelve months related patient care eperience is required.
• Knowledge of vascular testing and equipment operation, acquired through an additional eight- months non-invasive testing eperience is also required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in a normal patient care environment where there are no physical discomfort due to temperature, ,noise, and the like. Work required regular walking and standing, and pushing lifting and positioning of patient and equipment, Work requires on-call responsibilities.

• Vascular tech position with cross training into EKG/ Stress Testing.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com