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Tenet Healthcare

Operates hospitals and clinics; revenue cycle

Vascular Ultrasound Tech

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeDetroit, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An associate's degree in science or applied sciences from an accredited college or university, or equivalent, to provide familiarity with vascular-system anatomy and physiology and understanding of the theoretical and conceptual basis of related test procedures.
  • Certification as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS), or eligibility for registry. Registry-eligible candidates must register as an RVT or RVS within 12 months of hire.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
  • Analytical and clinical skills to perform assigned clinical procedures, recognize unusual symptoms or reactions, and take appropriate action.
  • Visual, aural, and perceptual acuity to analyze variations in clinical findings, monitor data, and recognize and measure variations in procedure results.
  • Mechanical skills to perform minor maintenance, repair, and calibration of diagnostic equipment.
  • Interpersonal skills to work productively with patients and hospital personnel in a sensitive patient-care environment.
  • Skills to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
  • Knowledge of the effects of vascular drugs and pathologies on procedure results.

Responsibilities

  • Perform noninvasive peripheral vascular imaging and Doppler procedures under general supervision, and interpret and report preliminary results to aid diagnosis of arterial, venous, and cerebral vascular disease and disorders.
  • Perform arterial and venous examinations using noninvasive equipment to aid diagnosis and evaluation of vascular disease in the head, abdomen, upper and lower extremities, including dialysis access and transcranial Doppler assessments.
  • Record preliminary test results in patient charts and confer with physicians about results as required.
  • Evaluate and interpret vascular studies performed in the laboratory, assess the need for further testing, perform additional tests as necessary, and confer with a supervisor when needed.
  • Participate in vascular research studies by gathering research data, conducting studies, analyzing findings, and reporting findings to the principal investigator.
  • Teach vascular procedures to residents, fellows, and student technicians.
  • Schedule patient tests and answer telephone calls as necessary.
  • Operate, clean, and perform minor maintenance and repairs on testing equipment and machinery to maintain proper operating condition according to established standards.
  • Inventory departmental supplies and order and restock supplies as needed.
  • Participate in process-improvement and quality-improvement initiatives.
  • Maintain professional knowledge through conference attendance and participation in professional organizations.

Desired Qualifications

  • ARDMS certification is preferred.
  • A concentration in extra-cerebral and peripheral vascular is strongly preferred.

About the Company

Tenet Healthcare

Operates hospitals and clinics; revenue cycle

Tenet Healthcare runs a large network of hospitals and outpatient facilities, including 65 hospitals and around 500 other centers, and owns Conifer Health Solutions, which provides revenue cycle management and value-based care services to hospitals, health systems, and physician practices. It earns most of its revenue from patient services like hospital stays, surgeries, and outpatient procedures, while Conifer generates income by handling billing and administrative tasks for providers. The company delivers care through its facilities and supports providers with financial operations and care models that tie payments to patient outcomes. Its scale and integration, along with an emphasis on workforce diversity, help coordinate care efficiently, with a goal of delivering the right care at the right place and time and becoming a trusted employer and partner in its communities.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Dallas, TX
Founded
1967

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