Vascular Sonographer, Reg.-Vascular Lab-1st Shift- FT-with Call

Erlanger Health System•Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

A Registered Vascular Sonographer performs non-invasive vascular procedures at Erlanger Medical Center, including cerebrovascular, venous and arterial duplex studies; physiologic arterial studies; bypass graft surveillance; dialysis access evaluation; vein mapping; abdominal aorto-iliac, mesenteric and renal duplex studies; and non-imaging transcranial Doppler. The role includes preparing the daily workload, following established laboratory protocols, participating in ongoing quality assurance and research projects, and taking part in a rotating after-hours emergency call schedule. The sonographer performs diagnostic procedures as ordered, assesses when additional information may be warranted based on a patient’s condition, and completes accurate measurements and procedure worksheets for physician interpretation. The role requires effective, professional interaction with physicians, nursing units, patients, and other service users. The employee is expected to develop their knowledge of the specialty, disease processes, and evolving procedures, and to apply lifespan growth and development principles to age-specific patient needs in accordance with unit policies and procedures.

Requirements

Graduate of a CAAHEP- or CMA-approved school of ultrasound or vascular technology education program and registry eligible by the ARDMS.
ARDMS registration and RVT certification.
BLS certification before going to the unit or department and maintained thereafter.
Medical and/or hospital clinical experience.
Ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to perform comprehensive non-invasive cardiovascular studies for the ages of patients served.
Good communication skills and knowledge of computers.

Nice To Haves

Registered Vascular Technologist through the ARDMS.
One year of previous experience in a medical and/or hospital clinical setting as a Registered Vascular Technologist.
Basic computer experience demonstrated by one to two years of work experience or college-level courses.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive non-invasive vascular procedures, including the studies and evaluations listed in the job summary.
Prepare the daily workload.
Follow established laboratory protocols.
Participate in ongoing quality assurance and research projects.
Participate in a rotating after-hours emergency call schedule.
Perform diagnostic procedures as ordered and assess the need for additional information based on the patient's condition.
Complete accurate measurements and procedure worksheets for physician interpretation.
Interact effectively and professionally with physicians, nursing units, patients, and other service users.
Maintain and increase knowledge of the sonographer specialty, disease processes, and new procedures.
Assess patient data and provide care appropriate to age-specific needs, following unit policies and procedures.