Vascular Tech

Overview

At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people – the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization. 

As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.  

What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values: 

• Clinical quality 
• Integrity 
• Service excellence 
• Teamwork 
• Accountability 
• Continuous improvement 
• Inclusion 

Our values aren’t empty words – they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.    

At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.

Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team, they will. 

Responsibilities

The Vascular Technologist is responsible for performing high-quality vascular ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols and IAC accreditation standards. This role involves patient assessment, image acquisition and analysis, reporting of findings, and active participation in quality initiatives. They will work collaboratively with providers and team members to ensure optimal patient care and clinical outcomes.

• Prepare examination rooms and ultrasound equipment in accordance with infection control and lab protocols.
• Review patient medical records and verify patient identification prior to exams.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and perform sonographic exams according to protocol.
• Accurately acquire and analyze images and data for optimal diagnostic quality.
• Document findings, including any limitations, and complete preliminary reports in the EHR.
• Communicate urgent or abnormal findings to the appropriate provider in a timely manner.
• Provide compassionate patient care, explaining procedures clearly and ensuring comfort.
• Maintain equipment functionality and cleanliness, reporting any malfunctions.
• Perform daily administrative tasks as needed (e.g., uploading studies to PACS, maintaining logs, billing out studies, tracking accreditation data).
• Participate in QA and IAC accreditation requirements.
• Assist with training and onboarding of sonography students or new staff.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.
• Demonstrate professionalism, courtesy, and respect in all interactions.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education as required.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with providers and team members to support clinic operations and patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited diagnostic medical sonography program (certificate or degree) and eligible to sit for their vascular credential.
• Current certification as an RVT, RVS, RPhS or RT(VS) with 3-5 years’ experience preferred.
• If a new graduate will consider hiring as a provisional employee with completion of certification with in first year of employment.
• Proficiency in performing vascular studies may include, but is not limited to:
  Venous studies (including reflux), Arterial studies, Carotid studies, Bypass grafts, Vein mapping, Dialysis access, Renal and mesenteric studies
• Strong communication skills, and the ability to interact professionally with patients and healthcare team.
• Commitment to quality improvement and maintaining IAC accreditation standards.
• Basic computer proficiency and comfort with EHR and reporting systems.
• Job requires frequent standing, walking, patient positioning; with occasional lifting, up to 50 lbs.
• Work is primarily performed in a clinical setting; it may require travel to other practice locations within the region.
• Flexible, team-oriented mindset and ability to adapt to a dynamic patient care environment.
• Self-starter with excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

USD $38.00/Hr. USD $45.00/Hr.