Diagnostic Vascular Technologist

Salary

The salary range for this position is CAD $40.83/Hr. - CAD $50.94/Hr.

Summary

Reporting to the Patient Care Manager, the Diagnostic Vascular Technologist performs and assesses non-invasive diagnostic tests on the vascular system utilizing duplex ultrasound, continuous wave Doppler and/or plethysmography equipment. Your duties will include:

• Receive and prepare patients for testing
• Evaluate accuracy of diagnoses
• Perform quality control duties
• Participate in inter-disciplinary team meetings and local committees
• Enter procedure data into the computerized system
• Provide instruction regarding procedures, equipment, and techniques to staff trainees, student technologists, and other staff as required

What You Bring

Education:

• Graduation from a recognized program in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• One year of recent related experience
• Current certification with Canadian Association of Registered Diagnostic Ultrasound Professionals (CARDUP) for the assigned practice area (e.g., vascular)
• Current certification with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) for the assigned area (e.g., vascular)

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong interpersonal skills, capable of dealing with others effectively
• Physical capability to perform the duties of the position
• Strong organizational skills
• Proficiency in operating related equipment and systems
• Aptitude for critical thinking to resolve problems
• Up-to-date knowledge of vascular ultrasound procedures and technologies
• Capability to provide instruction when needed

What We Offer

• State-of-the-art facilities: The new St. Paul’s Hospital and health campus will be the most innovative approach to the delivery of integrated care in B.C. and Canada, designed to appropriately address the future health needs of patients, families and our communities.
• Competitive pay: $40.83 to $50.94 CAD per hour.
• Inclusive culture: We respect the diversity, dignity and interdependence of all persons.

Your Day to Day

• Reviews requisitions from physicians and patients' case history
• Explains procedures and assesses patient comfort
• Determines testing process and correlates clinical history with examination
• Positions patients and conducts various tests
• Operates Doppler equipment and records findings
• Submits results to physicians for review and authorization
• Evaluates accuracy of diagnoses
• Seeks guidance from Medical Director and relays data/information
• Provides guidance on test merits to medical community
• Conducts equipment tests and records results
• Requisitions equipment repair as needed
• Participates in multi-disciplinary team meetings
• Attends meetings and provides input on relevant issues
• Inputs and maintains patient and procedural data
• Enters data into computerized systems accurately
• Maintains knowledge of vascular technology developments
• Reviews literature and participates in professional development activities
• Provides instruction to staff and trainees

Join Us and Transform Your Healthcare Career!

Apply today to seize this unique opportunity to specialize and advance your healthcare career within a supportive and growth-oriented environment.