Heart & Vascular Sonographer

Job Description

Job Description

The role involves performing non-invasive ultrasound procedures in the modalities of vascular and echocardiography. The position requires developing client relationships through excellent patient care and acting as an educational resource to clients, ensuring quality and value in all aspects of services. The individual will participate in research and procedures, working in a supportive environment with extensive training on protocols and standards, utilizing the latest equipment and technology.

• Perform non-invasive vascular and/or echo testing and all duties of a sonographer.
• Follow established testing protocols and produce high-quality study images and data.
• Obtain an appropriate history prior to each test with each patient.
• Ensure supporting information and documentation for exams are available.
• Use knowledge of ultrasound technology to determine if an order revision is appropriate and notify the appropriate individual.
• Adequately explain testing procedures to patients, family members, and hospital staff as necessary.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with clients and co-workers.
• Provide services efficiently and work collaboratively with peers to achieve maximum productivity.
• Effectively schedule add-on and emergency exams to maintain workflow.
• Communicate with patient care areas to properly prep patients and ensure timely patient handling.
• Keep assigned areas clean and ensure adequate stock of supplies.
• Communicate equipment maintenance needs and operate equipment safely and properly.
• Follow Quality Control standards and participate in departmental process improvement activities.
• Participate in Peer Review and other departmental Process Improvement expectations.
• Stay updated on new or revised testing protocols and engage in professional continuing education as required for licensure or certification.
• Comply with annual hospital and departmental safety, education, and in-service requirements in a timely manner.
• Attend department meetings and contribute to the agenda.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to communicate effectively with hospital management, physicians, and technologists.
• Current knowledge of technology and clinical advances related to cardiac and/or vascular sonography.
• Working knowledge of accreditation, credentialing, and quality assurance procedures.
• Basic understanding of imager configuration, DICOM standards, networking, and medical records.

Work Schedule: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday, 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

• Transthoracic echo
• Stress echo
• Transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE)
• Inject Definity