Vascular Sonographer

Overview Capable clinician, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Responsible for providing patient services using medical ultrasound under the supervision of a physician responsible for the use and interpretation of ultrasound procedures. Provides effective direct care, as part of the interdisciplinary team, to a variety of complex patients. Assumes a beginning leadership role but seeks mentoring in this process. Responsibilities Perform appropriate ultrasound and plethysmography procedures and record anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician. Assist the physician in gathering sonographic data necessary to diagnose arterial and venous conditions and diseases and identify normal and abnormal flow dynamics. Obtain, review, and integrate pertinent patient medical history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results. Provide patient education related to medical ultrasound. Record and process sonographic data. Provide patient services in a variety of medical settings. Perform quality assurance checks on equipment, ensuring proper safety standards are met. Minimum Requirements Education: Must meet the education requirement for diagnostic medical ultrasound or echocardiography ultrasound certification with either CCI or ARDMS; Associate’s degree preferred. Experience: Minimum two years clinical experience. License/Certification: Credentials from ARDMS or CCI as a Registered Vascular Technologist or Registered Vascular Specialist required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Physical Demands Job requires standing and sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping and traveling; Repetitive motion: scanning involves holding a transducer in place on the patient’s body for periods of time and maintaining the sonographer’s body in position, allowing access to anatomy being scanned. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100 lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, fumes, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. Compensation The starting base rate for this role is $36.13 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Job Profile J1440 - Sonographer 1 Career Stream and Level Clinical Professional-C1 Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr