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Neurology

This position is a PRN Neurovascular Technologist position for weekend and holiday coverage.

Responsible for performing Carotid Ultrasound, Transcranial Doppler studies, and emboli detection with a high degree of technical and professional competence. The technologist is responsible for: explaining the procedure to the patient, performing the studies, recognizing and eliminating artifact, calibrating all equipment used, troubleshooting and correcting malfunctions and electing appropriate settings and obtaining quality data. The technologist must provide technical descriptions of studies.

Knowledge of neuro-anatomy and physiology, basic electronics, and electrical safety, general knowledge of instrumentation pattern, recognition, and various medical and pharmacological conditions that influence vascular studies including non-imaging Transcranial Doppler and Neurovasuclar Ultrasound studies. • Verifies patient, physician's orders and gathers appropriate information form chart and/or interviews the patient/caregiver to provide accurate history • Inventory of supplies, check all equipment for proper function, operation, and cleanliness including corrections of malfunctions. • Performs Neurovascular scans according to standards of the laboratory; provides initial interpretation of results and communicates urgent findings immediately with Neurovascular/Stroke physicians. • Assists with special studies, participates in trains technologist, fellows, residents under the supervision of the Neurovascular lab medical director. • Responsible for scheduling appointments for patient testing and maintaining communication across the inpatient units. • Responsible for billing accuracy. • Participates in teaching conferences and technical meetings. Maintains CEUs/Credentials. • Responsible for adhering to State & Federal regulations and successful compliance of these regulatory agencies • Performs duties in accordance with Penn Medicine and entity values, policies, and procedures • Other duties as assigned to support the unit, department, entity, and health system organization.

H.S. Diploma/GED, required. Associate's degree, preferred. Completion of an accredited vascular program or 2+ years of prior vascular lab work experience and board, required. BCLS, required. Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) preferred.

When applying to this position, please upload your current BLS or CPR certification. And if applicable, your current RVT or RVS.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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