Vascular Sonographer (Darien)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

This role is generally responsible for providing clinically relevant information to assist the physician with the diagnosis and treatment of vascular patients. All activities should be performed consistent with the Vascular Sonographer education and training, and in accordance with facility policies and procedures and applicable professional standards.

This role will report to the Lead Registered Vascular Technologist for clinical matters and to the Office Manager for operational matters.

The role is non-exempt. The starting hourly wage for this position is $40.00/hour and is determined by the level of experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam room and ultrasound equipment to conduct sonography examinations in accordance with infectious disease, sterilization, and patient safety protocols, policies, and procedures
• Conduct patient clinical assessment and perform the diagnostic medical sonography examination ordered by the supervising physician in accordance with professional and facility protocols
• Apply independent, professional, ethical judgment, and critical thinking to safely perform diagnostic sonography procedures
• Apply independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images
• As necessary, acquire additional ultrasound imaging to facilitate optimum diagnostic results for the interpreting physician
• Identify and document any limitations to the sonography examination
• Adhere to all requirements for IAC accreditation including quality assurance reviews
• Review examination images, synthesize examination results, and prepare preliminary reports for providers
• Ensure reports are complete with all billing requirements
• Perform quality control procedures to ensure that the ultrasound equipment operates at optimal levels and manage a preventive maintenance program for ultrasound equipment
• Assist with the daily operation of the sonography facility
• Assist in prioritizing assigned work based on workflow fluctuations
• Complete ad hoc projects as needed

Requirements

• Graduate of an ultrasound program or formal training program
• RVT or RVS preferred
• Minimum of two (2) years ultrasound technologist experience preferred
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work and prosper in a team environment
• Willing to be available for local and/or regional assignments as needed
• Willing to learn and deliver new modalities, products and services as introduced

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