Echo Vascular Sonographer

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

To perform non-invasive Echocardiography and vascular examinations

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform echo and stress echo, examinations following established protocols
• Uses ultrasound equipment to direct high-frequency sound waves to a prescribed area of the patient's body and capture quality images that describe the composition, shape and motion of tissues, organs, vessels and pathology.
• Perform vascular diagnostic studies including peripheral venous, peripheral arterial and visceral, cerebrovascular.
• Communicate effectively with patient, physicians, and other medical staff
• Assist with ACR and IAC accreditation processes
• Familiarity working in a sterile patient environment
• Procure daily statistical activity information

AGE SPECIFIC STATEMENT:

Individuals having regular clinical contact with patients demonstrate knowledge and skills in caring for patients (or assisting in caring for patients) of different age groups. Individuals demonstrate the ability to care for and utilize resources for patients to promote a cost effective and efficient environment for patients in the following age groups:

Adolescent

Adult

Geriatric

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed at testing centers, hospitals, clinics and/or physician offices as required. Technologists must drive to and from the testing facility in all weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

70 % Standing

20% Sitting

10 % Walking

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE:

Performance of clinical job duties has a reasonably anticipated risk of occupational exposure to blood-borne pathogens or other infectious materials. Employees are required to wear protective equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associates or Bachelors of Science degree from an accredited ultrasound program
• Board certification through the ARDMS and/or CCI required. Licensure must be maintained through continuing education.
• Previous echo/vascular ultrasound experience is desirable, recent grads welcome to apply
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider required.
• Valid Drivers license required.

EOE

• Associates or Bachelors of Science degree from an accredited ultrasound program
• Board certification through the ARDMS and/or CCI required. Licensure must be maintained through continuing education.
• Previous echo/vascular ultrasound experience is desirable, recent grads welcome to apply
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider required.
• Valid Drivers license required.