Vascular Coordinator - Surgery

Mount Sinai Health System•New York, NY

About The Position

The Vascular Coordinator performs basic and advanced ultrasound examinations in accordance with established protocols. The role supports interventional procedures and provides patient education and compassionate communication while ensuring patient safety. The coordinator is also responsible for image quality, equipment care, room readiness, and participation in departmental quality activities.

Requirements

Graduate of a two-year ultrasound program with clinical and didactic education.
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (RDMS) credential issued by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS).

Nice To Haves

One year of experience performing ultrasounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic and advanced ultrasound scans according to established protocols.
Review doctors’ interpretations and patient files, and monitor patients.
Assist with interventional procedures.
Apply knowledge of anatomy, physiology, positioning, and imaging techniques to optimize ultrasound image quality.
Capture images onto the PACS system and transfer them to physician workstations.
Evaluate images before releasing patients to ensure each study is diagnostic.
Prepare the examination room for procedures by ensuring inventory and stock are available before the radiologist arrives.
Participate in and document quality control, quality assurance, and improvement activities.
Notify appropriate personnel of equipment failures and document the problem and any associated downtime.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area and equipment in accordance with infection control and departmental protocols.
Operate and care for testing equipment.
Provide patients with education related to specific ultrasound studies.
Ensure the safety of patients and family members.
Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, family members, and other employees.
Perform other related duties.