Vascular Sonographer (Float)

The Surgical Clinic•Nashville, TN

25d•Onsite

About The Position

The Vascular Sonographer Float provides flexible vascular ultrasound services for vascular surgeons at 11 clinic locations throughout Middle Tennessee. The role rotates among clinics according to staffing and operational needs, requiring adaptability to different workflows and environments. The sonographer performs non-invasive vascular examinations, ensures image quality and appropriate documentation, and collaborates with physicians and clinic staff to support coordinated patient care. The position also contributes to laboratory quality assurance and accreditation, equipment and supply readiness, staff training, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS certification.
Successful completion of a formal 2–4-year vascular technology training program.
Must be registry-eligible within 12 months.
Must hold an active, appropriate vascular testing credential: RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) by ARDMS or RVS (Registered Vascular Specialist) by CCI; if not credentialed, must become credentialed within the first six months of employment.
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 technical skills in ultrasound equipment operation, image optimization, and diagnostic quality evaluation across multiple clinical settings.
Ability to adapt quickly to different clinic environments, workflows, and schedules while maintaining high-quality patient care.
Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including IAC, HIPAA, OSHA, and infection-control requirements.
Excellent communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
Must be responsible, self-motivated, and capable of working with limited supervision under the supervisor’s guidelines.
Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods, lift objects possibly weighing more than 30 pounds, bend, reach, twist, and assist patients with transfers.
Close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus as needed.

Nice To Haves

Vascular-specific experience.

Responsibilities

Perform non-invasive arterial, venous, carotid, and abdominal vascular ultrasound examinations according to established protocols and diagnostic criteria.
Review images for completeness and diagnostic quality before presenting them to the interpreting physician; document and promptly communicate significant findings when necessary.
Maintain ultrasound equipment and keep work areas clean and organized; monitor supplies and notify the supervisor when replenishment is needed.
Enter exam information into the billing system daily using appropriate CPT and ICD-10 codes, and maintain documentation supporting insurance claims and reimbursement.
Contribute to IAC vascular laboratory accreditation, quality assurance, documentation updates, and preparation of case logs and reports.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and follow OSHA, safety, and infection-control standards.
Communicate with physicians, medical assistants, and office staff to support coordinated patient care; consult referring providers regarding appropriate exam performance.
Provide ultrasound coverage at assigned clinic locations, adapting to site changes and operational needs.
Use the EMR to document exam findings and retrieve relevant clinical history.
Adjust ultrasound system settings to optimize image quality and diagnostic accuracy, and troubleshoot technical issues during scans as needed.
Monitor report turnaround times and coordinate with interpreting physicians to ensure prompt completion, particularly 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 laboratory protocols, equipment use, and exam techniques.
Perform additional work-related duties as assigned.