Vascular Sonographer | Radiology Ultrasound

Job Description

Perform high-quality diagnostic ultrasound exams in accordance with provider orders and established protocols.

Verify patient identity and exam appropriateness and obtain necessary clinical history prior to scanning.

Position patients and equipment appropriately and acquire optimal images, waveforms, heart rates, and other diagnostic data.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR) and PACS systems.

Explain procedures to patients, ensuring comfort, cooperation, and privacy throughout the exam.

Educate patients about the exam and complete all exams in a timely manner, maintaining workflow and minimizing empty table time.

Operate all imaging equipment safely and properly, including scanners, injectors, and monitors, adapting protocols for patients of all ages.

Practice infection control standards and use approved PPE and disinfectant agents.

Follow department protocols for patient identification, informed consent, and time‑out procedures prior to starting exams.

Perform high-quality examinations in accordance with provider orders and departmental protocols, ensuring optimal image quality for accurate diagnosis.

Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensure appropriate imaging and continuity of patient care.

Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use, and that all equipment undergoes routine cleaning and safety checks.

Notify appropriate personnel when inventory is low.

Acquire and analyze ultrasound images and data, providing complete and high-quality studies for radiologist interpretation.

Complete the ultrasound technologist worksheet with accurate, clear, and concise documentation of exam findings to support radiologist review and dictation.

Sterilize transducers as needed to maintain hygiene and safety standards.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must have detailed knowledge of ultrasound physics as well as cross‑sectional and vascular anatomy and Doppler techniques.

Required to use computer systems for data entry and retrieval and must have basic computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Must possess patient care and communication skills to effectively deal with patients across all age groups from infant through geriatric.

Ability to interact professionally with patients, families, physicians, and staff, maintaining a calming and professional disposition at all times.

Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.

Required to learn and use radiology software packages and PACS applications.

Must maintain responsibility for continuing education and annual education requirements and keep all required registries and licenses up to date to perform imaging procedures.

Ability to perform various ultrasound procedures independently without constant supervision and must demonstrate appropriate technical skills in ultrasound.

Must have the ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas.

Expected to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment, demonstrating flexibility, reliability, sound judgment, and initiative.

Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills required.

Experience with specialized sonographic procedures such as breast, prostate, pediatric, neuro, and vascular sonography (Preferred).

Additional languages (Preferred).

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent (Required).

Associate (Preferred).

Technical/Vocational School (Preferred).

Licenses and Certifications

Basic Life Support – CPR (BLS) (Required).

Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) or Registered Technologist – Vascular Sonography (R.T.(VS)(ARRT)) or Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Abdomen (RDMS‑AB) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with OB/GYN Spec (RDMS‑OBGYN) or Registered Musculoskeletal Sonographer (RMSKS) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – Pediatric Sonography (RDMS-PS) or Registered Technologist – Breast Sonography (R.T.(BS)(ARRT)) (Required).

Pay Range

$27.52 – $51.19 per hour.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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