Vascular Technologist FT
Mercy Hospital
Mercy Hospital
Eeg & Ekg & Nivl Mercy Hospital, Alegent Health
Work in Council Bluffs, Iowa
40.0 hours per week
Equal Opportunity Employer
Vascular Technologist FT
Position Description
World Class. It is easy to distinguish. World Class employees are responsive, compassionate, and innovative. They prioritize dignity and respect, never settling for average care, insisting on excellence both of themselves and team members. At Alegent Health, this is our promise to our employees and our community.
Alegent Health values individual contributions, creative ideas, and innovation our employees are why we have the highest quality scores in the Nation. We are committed to serving our community by providing faith-based health services with five hospitals and several clinics across the Region.
Our commitment to our patients and their families is high, but the return on that commitment is even higher. We are committed to our employees by ensuring we hire only World Class talent who also believe in enriching the lives of those we serve. If this sounds like you - apply today and join the Alegent team!
Vascular Technologist
Provides quality care for patients in the Non-Invasive Vascular Unit:
Assesses the emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, cultural and physical needs of each patient.
Develops a Plan of Care based upon team assessments, age specific needs and patient/family input.
Implements interventions that are consistent with the individualized plan of care.
Evaluates the effectiveness of the plan of care provided and modifies the plan accordingly.
Identifies the patient/significant other learning needs and initiates/provides teaching appropriate to age.
Establishes and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and other hospital personnel while assuring confidentiality of patient information.
Responds to the anticipated, individual needs of each patient provides for their safety and comfort.
Practices Universal Precautions to protect the patient and health care worker from exposure to blood borne pathogens.
medications and treatments according to policy/procedure.
Practices and maintains departmental policies/procedures and standards of care.
Experience
One year vascular ultrasound experience preferred.
Education
Bachelors Degree or completion of a 2 year allied health education program.
Registered or registry eligible as a Vascular Technologist by the ARDMS.
Must complete Registered Vascular Technologist credentialing though the ARDMS within 12 months of hire.
BLS or BLS instructor certification is required upon hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include the following: American Red Cross: CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, American Safety and Health Institute: CPR, PRO, must say Professional Level-with AED, and American Heart Association: Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
Knowledge/Skill/Abilities
Able to provide care to a diverse population of patients.
Able to assess, care and instruct patients of all age groups and developmental levels.
Able to delegate, resolve conflicts and interacts with individuals as well as groups, manage time and stress and think critically.
Skilled in verbal and written communication.
Vascular Technologist FT
This position has been listed under the following classifications:
Health Care Professional - NOS
Allied Health Services
Health Care - NOS
Posted 2009/10/22