PRN Diagnostic Vascular Medical Sonographer IV OP - Coconut Point

Lee Health • Estero, FL

6d

About The Position

Performs fixed and mobile vascular and diagnostic ultrasound procedures in accordance with department policies and procedures. A Level IV sonographer must hold four registries and currently practice in all four specialties. One registry must be Musculoskeletal (RMSKS) and one must be Vascular (RVT); the other registries may be in any combination of Abdomen, OB/GYN, and Pediatrics.

The sonographer performs a broad range of exams, including abdominal, obstetric, gynecological, neonatal, pediatric, vascular, and musculoskeletal studies. The role also assists radiologists and other physicians with ultrasound-guided invasive and operating room procedures, may provide on-call ultrasound coverage during designated hours, and interacts with medical staff and outside entities regarding ultrasound matters. The position supports patient, employee, and physician satisfaction, participates in performance improvement initiatives, and assists with staff and student orientation and training.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited or ARRT-approved ultrasound program.
• At least two years of experience as a medical sonographer.
• ARDMS registration in four specialties; one must be RMSKS and one must be vascular. ARRT RT(VS) is accepted.
• BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support) certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform fixed and mobile vascular and diagnostic ultrasound procedures according to department policies and procedures.
• Perform abdominal, appendix, portal duplex, TIPS, aortoiliac duplex, mesenteric duplex, renal duplex, renal transplant duplex, thyroid, cervical lymph node mapping, testicular, obstetric, gynecological, neonatal, and pediatric exams.
• Perform carotid duplex; upper- and lower-extremity venous and arterial duplex; arterial physiologic studies; bypass graft and stent evaluations; venous and arterial mappings; hemodialysis access exams; and pseudoaneurysm evaluations.
• Perform rheumatology and orthopedic musculoskeletal exams of specified joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons.
• Assist radiologists and other physicians with ultrasound-guided needle biopsies, paracentesis, thoracentesis, joint aspirations, joint injections, and needling or lavage procedures.
• Assist with ultrasound guidance for operating room procedures.
• Provide on-call ultrasound coverage during designated hours when required by department needs.
• Use general computer skills as needed.
• Transport non-narcotic medications as directed.
• Interact with medical staff and outside entities regarding ultrasound matters.
• Work positively with customers to promote patient, employee, and physician satisfaction.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives.
• Participate in staff and student orientation and training.

What This Job Offers

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