Vascular Ultrasound Technologist

Job Description

The Diagnostic Medical Sonographer/Vascular Medical Sonographer/Cardiac Medical Sonographer/Phlebology Sonographer provides patient care services performing primarily diagnostic ultrasound which may encompass general sonography/radiology, vascular physiologic testing or ultrasound sonography, echocardiography/cardiac sonography, phlebology/venous and related diagnostic procedures. The medical sonographer functions as a delegate and agent of the healthcare team's practitioners. The sonographer's primary responsibility is performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations. Secondary responsibilities may include assisting in therapeutic interventions.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Maintaining patient comfort, safety and care while obtaining quality diagnostic images, often tailoring the exam to the needs of the patient such as: Patient body habitus, Exam tolerance, Mobility, Physical condition, Cognitive status
• Uses professional judgement to optimize examination protocols while adapting to the patient: Customizing protocol and exams based on patient status, Accurately identifying and communicating critical test results to supervising provider
• Recognizes patient status changes that may require performance of first aid measures in emergent situations
• Maintains properly functioning ultrasound equipment and workspace
• Assures patient record storage including PACS and technical worksheets
• Assures cleanliness and sanitation of ultrasound machines/transducers, ALL work areas including exam rooms, patient beds and changing areas, linen, desk, and storage.
• Follows infection control and patient safety guidelines
• Utilizes AIDET conversation when communicating with our patients
• Prioritize PHI initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires national certification from ARDMS or CCI
• Requires licensure by state (when applicable)
• Must maintain CME standards as required by ultrasound accreditation bodies
• BLS required
• Must maintain high patient privacy standards and adheres to HIPAA guidelines
• This position requires clinical knowledge typically achieved with a minimum of 5 years 'experience relevant to CiCC's scope of practice
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills

Pay Scale

$40.00 - $55.00 hourly based on years of experience