Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
Raleigh, North Carolina
Duke Vascular Surgery and Vein Clinic at Brier Creek

Job Opportunity: Ultrasound Tech - Vascular (Travel/Contract)

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina
Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Patient Age Group: Pediatrics, Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
• Weekend Required: No
• On-Call Required: No
• Floating: Must be able to flex between two locations (primary location is Brier Creek)
• First-Timer OK: Yes
• Local Candidates OK: Yes
• Flu Vaccine: Required, no exemptions or declinations accepted

Experience & Certification Requirements

• Minimum Years of Experience: 1 year in specialty (Ultrasound Tech - Vascular)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required
• Required Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • ARDMS RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist)

Job Description

• Work in an outpatient vascular ultrasound lab performing ultrasounds for vascular providers.
• Most ultrasounds are performed the same day as the clinic visit; some on different days.
• Procedures include carotid, venous insufficiency, aorta, renal artery, dialysis access, vein mappings, arterial, and mesenteric ultrasounds.
• Majority of patients are arterial patients followed by venous.

Licensure

• No state licensure required for this position.

Orientation & Training

• Orientation sessions held bi-weekly.
• Unit-specific competency exams required.
• Pass/fail testing on basic tech knowledge at orientation (passing grade 80%).
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) training provided during orientation (valid for 2 years).

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Fit mask (N95 or equivalent) within 12 months of start.
• Immunizations required with no exemptions:

  • Flu vaccine (seasonal)
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (every 10 years)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (vaccines or positive titers)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
  • Varicella (vaccines or positive titer)
  • Polio vaccine or attestation
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months.
• Annual TB questionnaire.
• Negative 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start (no instant tests).
• Background checks including SSN trace, county searches, sex offender, education verification, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, OFAC sanctions list.
• Two professional references required from employment within last 12 months (at least one supervisor).

Additional Requirements

• Must have a valid government-issued photo ID and Social Security card (if used for I9).
• Must complete all required online modules prior to orientation.
• Must set up a facility-specific guest account prior to clearance to access orientation and work systems.
• Competency checklists must be completed within 3 weeks after start date.

This position offers a structured workweek with no weekends or on-call duties, suitable for candidates with at least 1 year of vascular ultrasound experience and required certifications. Flu vaccination and other immunizations are mandatory with no exemptions allowed. Orientation and training are comprehensive, ensuring readiness for the role.