Vascular Sonographer | Cardiology Clinic

Job Summary

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The Vascular Sonographer at Monument Health is responsible for performing ultrasound examinations on patients utilizing a variety of technical aspects. The role requires a full knowledge of vascular principles, ultrasound physics and instrumentation, and the ability to obtain diagnostic images. You will work closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals to obtain high quality images, interpret findings, and provide essential information for patient care.

Essential Functions

• Able to consistently determine and present high quality exams following department protocols and procedures.
• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment as well as troubleshoot technical issues.
• Examine requisitions for appropriate orders, exam date, and indication for exam.
• Acquire appropriate imaging suited towards the indication of examination.
• Explain procedures to patients and position them correctly to obtain optimal images.
• Documents appropriate preliminary results for cardiologist to interpret in EPIC.
• Demonstrate competency in imaging and transmitting vascular exams to appropriate PACs system and reading physicians.
• Maintain quality requirements for the lab set by the medical imaging director.
• Show attention to detail and the ability to work in a group setting with other providers.
• Adhere to safety standards and infection control measures.
• Stay current with advancements in vascular sonography through ongoing education and training.
• All other duties as assigned.

Required Additional Requirements

• Education - Associates degree in Applied Science
• Certification - Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT)
• Certification - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Preferred Experience

• 1+ years of Sonographer Experience

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Ultrasound

Scheduling Requirements

• Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.

Physical Requirements

• Heavy work - exerting up to 25 pounds of force constantly (67-100% of the time), and/or up to 50 pounds frequently (34-66% of the time), and/or up to 100 pounds of force occasionally (up to 33% of the time), and or up to 100 pounds of force seldomly to move objects.
• Exposure to radiation and frequent exposure to contaminated needles and infectious body substances.

Basic Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Category

Diagnostics

Job Family

Technical Radiology

Scheduling

Shift Requires the ability to work assigned schedules and hours as determined by the department.