Sonographer- Vascular

Sonographer – Vascular

Join an esteemed health organization renowned for its commitment to superior patient care and medical innovation. Their client excels in integrating advanced medical practices and research, supported by a skilled team of professionals and a strong partnership with a leading medical research university. Operating across a major metropolitan area, their facilities are celebrated for exceptional nursing and patient care.

They are seeking a dedicated and skilled Sonographer specializing in Vascular imaging to join their team. As an integral part of their healthcare system, the Sonographer will be responsible for performing high-quality ultrasound examinations, ensuring accurate capture and documentation of vascular images. The role involves direct patient interaction, explaining procedures, and monitoring patient comfort and safety.

Schedule –
Tuesday and Thursday and every other weekend 3pm to 11:30pm
Monday to Friday 3p to 11:30pm. Alternating weekend
Wednesday and every other weekend 10:30p to 7am (32hrs)
Monday-Friday from 10:30pm – 7:00am with alternating weekends

This Role Offers:

Generous tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment programs, supporting both full-time and part-time employees in their educational and professional growth. An annual allocation for professional development, continuous learning, and skill enhancement. Attractive salary packages complemented by yearly performance-based raises and bonuses Extensive paid time off, including holiday pay, ensuring a healthy work-life balance.

Focus:

Ensure all exams are ordered correctly in HIS/RIS, charged, and tracked accurately. Communicate with patients before the procedure, explain risks and expectations, and monitor safety and comfort during the procedure. Obtain complete patient history for the radiologist to assist in rendering results. Enter data such as type of scan, select proper transducer, and techniques. Conduct scans according to set protocols per organ or anatomical site and accurately annotate images. View images on a video display screen to ensure quality, and review scans with the radiologist prior to releasing the patient as necessary. Prepare images and compile studies for the radiologist, relaying all appropriate information. Assist and accurately set up for amniocentesis, aspiration, and biopsies by performing preliminary studies to locate appropriate entry sites and provide needle direction guidance.

Call referring physicians for ‘wet readings’ after reviewing the images with a radiologist. Perform clerical tasks such as receiving orders, scheduling patients, and recordkeeping. Maintain and clean work area and equipment. Replenish supplies and stock rooms as needed.

Skills Required:

2 to 3 years of undergraduate education or equivalent. Certification with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association.

Preferred:

Experience in General Ultrasound, Breast, and Vascular Imaging.

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