Neuro Sonographer Technologist

Inova Fairfax Medical Campus is looking for a dedicated Neuro Sonographer to join the team. This role will be a Full-time role. Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. Featured Benefits Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program. Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions – starting on your first day. Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans. Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost. Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, flexible work schedules, and more! Neuro Sonographer Job Responsibilities A neurosonography job involves performing ultrasounds on the brain, nervous system, and spine using specialized equipment, such as a Transcranial Doppler (TCD) to assess blood flow and diagnose neurological conditions like strokes, brain tumors, or aneurysms. The role requires strong knowledge of neuroanatomy, proficiency with ultrasound equipment, excellent patient communication skills, and close collaboration with neurologists to provide accurate diagnostic information to physicians. Key Responsibilities Patient Care: Prepare patients for exams, explain the procedure, and provide comfort and reassurance, especially for children or anxious patients. Equipment Operation: Operate advanced ultrasound equipment, including the Transcranial Doppler (TCD), to capture detailed images of the brain and nervous system. Image Analysis & Interpretation: Analyze and interpret ultrasound data to identify normal and abnormal findings, recognizing various neurological disorders such as stroke, tumors, or vascular issues. TCD, Carotid Duplex Ultrasound, Bubble Study Documentation: Accurately record findings, patient information, and imaging results in patient records and communicate them to physicians and other healthcare professionals. Collaboration: Work closely with neurologists, radiologists, and other members of the healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care and diagnostic clarity. Equipment Maintenance: Prepare and maintain diagnostic equipment to ensure it is in good working order. Minimum Qualifications Education: Graduate of an accredited school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. License: American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) with at least two sonographer specialties (i.e. OB/GYN, Breast, AB). Certification: Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association. Experience: One year of experience in a hospital/healthcare environment in the performance of Specialized Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Preferred Experience Experience with TCD, CAROTID DUPLEX, VASOSPASM OR EMBOLI DETECTION About Us We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world‑class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best‑in‑class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare. Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy‑related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Inova Health System