The Sonographer - Vascular Technologist conducts noninvasive diagnostic peripheral artery and venous testing, including complex exams like extremity arterial/venous testing and hemodialysis access evaluation. Responsibilities also include providing direct patient care through assessment, maintaining high medical ethics, and assisting department operations with technical direction and workflow improvement.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a High School diploma or equivalent and be a graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Technology Program accredited by CAAHEP. Active certification by ARDMS in the appropriate specialty is required, with advanced registry in Vascular Sonography being preferred.
Work closely with clinical team performing a variety of complex exams including, but not limited to: upper and lower extremity arterial, upper and lower venous, venous insufficiency/vein mapping, ankle brachial indices (ABI), skin perfusion, air plethysmography, renal, visceral duplex, and hemodialysis access
Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contraindications pertaining to the examination
Obtains and reviews the requisition for examination in order to be aware of information such as procedure requested, clinical history, patient condition or any other special requirements
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
Uses independent judgment during the exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings
Synthesizes and analyzes exam information and communicates findings to the appropriate provider
Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologists, referring offices and other associates and peers
Converses with doctors, nurses, patients and family members as required
Accurately maintains patient records within defined systems
Provides interpreting provider with an oral or written summary of technical findings
Identifies problems, secures relevant data to identify possible causes; generates alternative courses of action and possible consequences
Assists with the daily operations of the vascular laboratory
Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
(10%) Operational Support
Demonstrates competency in the use of all departmental computers and diagnostic equipment
Demonstrates proficiency in departmental documentation practices and clerical functions
Demonstrates care of the Vascular lab equipment and environment of care
Participates in continuous quality improvements activities
Assists with training new associates, providing resource and technical expertise
Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating partners and referring providers
Helps supervisor gain support for unit goals and plans
(5%) Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Required
High School diploma or equivalent
Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Technology Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
Active certification by American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in the specialty as appropriate
Current advanced registry in Vascular Sonography
Preferred
Bachelor’s of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Intraoperative experience
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