Vascular Sonographer, Reg. PRN

Job Summary A Registered Vascular Sonographer performs non‑invasive vascular procedures and is responsible for preparing the daily workload. Responsibilities include maintaining good communication skills, knowledge of computers, following established lab protocols, participating in ongoing quality assurance and research projects, and a rolling after‑hours emergency call. Procedures Extracranial Cerebrovascular Duplex Upper and Lower Extremity Venous Duplex Upper and Lower Extremity Arterial Duplex Lower Extremity Physiologic Arterial Study Upper Extremity Physiologic Arterial Study (TOS, Cold) Bypass Graft Surveillance Dialysis Access Duplex Evaluation Upper and Lower Extremity Vein Mapping Abdominal Aorto‑iliac Duplex Mesenteric Duplex Renal Duplex Transcranial Doppler (non‑imaging) Education Required: Graduate of a CAAHEP or CMA approved school of ultrasound or vascular technology education program and considered registry eligible by the ARDMS. Preferred: Registered Vascular Technologist through the ARDMS. Experience Preferred: Registered Vascular Technologist with one year previous experience in a medical and/or hospital clinical setting. Basic computer experience demonstrated by either 1‑2 years work experience or college‑level courses. Position Requirements Required: ARDMS Registered, RVT; BLS prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward. Department Position Summary The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform comprehensive non‑invasive cardiovascular studies for the age of patients seen in the Vascular Lab at Erlanger Medical Center. Ability to perform diagnostic procedures as ordered, and to assess the need for additional information as warranted by patient's condition. Responsible for completing accurate measurements and the procedure worksheet for physician to interpret the images. Ability to interact effectively and professionally with physicians, nursing units, and patients. Takes initiative to continuously increase level of understanding and knowledge in the sonographer's specialty area, disease processes and new procedures as they evolve. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age‑specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation by direct supervisor observation, skills review lab and/or self‑assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. Erlanger Baroness Hospital Chattanooga, TN Standard Hours Temporary #J-18808-Ljbffr Erlanger