Echo/Vascular Sonographer

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Slidell, LA

About The Position

Provides individualized, direct patient care by performing peripheral vascular studies, including Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI), upper- and lower-extremity venous and arterial duplex, segmental pressures, carotid studies, abdominal aorta, MI, and renal ultrasounds. Delivers personalized patient care and maintains positive working relationships with the healthcare team while complying with applicable state and federal guidelines. The role includes preparing and educating patients for procedures, performing diagnostic procedures, documenting and maintaining records, and keeping exam rooms and equipment safe and clean. The sonographer adapts communication and care to individual patient needs, responds appropriately to situations and emergencies, and maintains current clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials. The role involves routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, communicable-disease risks, and potentially hazardous medications or waste in a healthcare setting. The position requires heavy work, including exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Active Registered Vascular Tech (RVT) or Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) registration through ARDMS or CCI.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
Knowledge of JCAHO, OSHA, ICAVL, and other state and federal guidelines.
Ability to assist patients with positioning and preparation for examinations.
Proficiency with computers, software, and web-based applications.
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly and professionally to people at varying levels.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, work efficiently and calmly under pressure, and work without direct supervision.
Ability to maintain flexible working hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
Ability to meet the role’s heavy physical demands, including exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly.
Ability to work in a patient-care setting with routine exposure to blood, body fluids, and tissue, and potential exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous medications or waste.

Nice To Haves

Two years of peripheral vascular experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare, instruct, and educate patients on procedures.
Perform diagnostic procedures, including peripheral vascular studies and ultrasounds.
Maintain accurate documentation and records.
Maintain exam rooms and equipment, ensuring a safe and clean work environment in accordance with OSHA standards.
Assess situations, consider alternatives, and choose appropriate courses of action, particularly during emergencies or other times of need.
Participate in professional development and maintain required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training, and credentials.
Adapt behavior and communication to the patient population, including respecting privacy, introducing oneself appropriately, explaining services or procedures, requesting permission, and adjusting communication style.
Perform other related duties as required.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Report known or suspected unethical or questionable conduct and patient or employee safety, privacy, or other compliance concerns.