Vascular Sonographer (Float)

The Surgical Clinic•Nashville, TN

16d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vascular Sonographer Float provides vascular ultrasound services for vascular surgeons across 11 clinic locations throughout Middle Tennessee. The role rotates among clinic locations according to staffing and operational needs, requiring flexibility to adapt to different schedules, workflows, and work environments. The position performs and evaluates non-invasive vascular ultrasound exams, documents findings and exam information, supports timely interpretation and billing, and helps maintain equipment, supplies, quality standards, and IAC accreditation. The sonographer coordinates with physicians and clinic staff to support patient care, follows privacy and safety requirements, and may assist in training new staff and students. Additional work-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS certification.
Successful completion of a formal 2–4-year vascular technology training program.
Registry eligibility within 12 months.
Appropriate active vascular testing credential; if not credentialed, obtain the credential within the first six months of employment. Accepted credentials are RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist Specialist by ARDMS) or RVS (Registered Vascular Specialist by CCI).
Willingness to travel and work at a different site on short notice as needed.
Advanced knowledge of non-invasive vascular ultrasound techniques, including arterial, venous, carotid, and abdominal studies.
Strong ultrasound equipment operation, image optimization, and diagnostic-quality evaluation skills across multiple clinical settings.
Ability to adapt to different clinic environments, workflows, and schedules while maintaining quality patient care.
Knowledge of IAC, HIPAA, OSHA, and infection-control requirements.
Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Responsible, self-motivated, and able to work with limited supervision under supervisor guidelines.
Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods; lift objects, possibly over 30 pounds; bend, reach, and twist; and assist patients with transfers to and from wheelchairs and exam tables.
Close and distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Vascular-specific experience.

Responsibilities

Perform non-invasive arterial, venous, carotid, and abdominal vascular ultrasound exams according to established protocols and diagnostic criteria.
Review images for completeness and diagnostic quality before presenting them to the interpreting physician.
Document significant findings and communicate them promptly when necessary.
Maintain ultrasound equipment and keep work areas clean and organized.
Monitor supply inventory and notify the supervisor when supplies need replenishment.
Enter exam information into the billing system daily using appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes, and provide documentation supporting insurance claims and reimbursement.
Contribute to IAC vascular laboratory accreditation through quality assurance, documentation updates, and preparation of case logs and reports.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA; follow OSHA, safety, and infection-control requirements.
Communicate with physicians, medical assistants, and office staff to coordinate patient care.
Provide ultrasound coverage at clinic locations assigned by the Vascular Lab Director and adapt to operational changes.
Use the electronic medical record to document exam findings and retrieve relevant patient history.
Consult referring providers to ensure appropriate exam performance.
Adjust ultrasound system settings to optimize image quality and diagnostic accuracy; troubleshoot technical issues during scans as needed.
Monitor report turnaround time and coordinate with interpreting physicians to support timely completion, especially for time-sensitive cases.
Maintain current vascular ultrasound knowledge through continuing medical education, relevant literature, and professional conferences.
Assist with training and orienting new staff members and students in lab protocols, equipment use, and exam techniques.
Perform additional work-related duties as assigned.