Vascular Sonographer - Days - $10k sign on

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

About The Position

This entry-level position is for a registered or registry-eligible Vascular Sonographer with less than one year of experience. The Vascular Sonographer 1 is trained in the full range of Vascular Lab testing, including diagnostic ultrasound of extracranial, intracranial, peripheral vascular, and visceral vascular systems. The position may require travel to other regional Vascular Lab locations to gain familiarity with those sites. Sonographers who are not registered must obtain a vascular credential (RVT or RVS) within one year of hire. The scheduled workdays are Wednesday through Saturday. A $10,000 sign-on bonus and shift differentials apply. The role supports physicians’ clinical diagnoses by performing vascular ultrasound examinations, documenting findings, and communicating significant results. It also involves maintaining equipment and work areas, protecting patient confidentiality, and following safety, infection-control, and regulatory requirements. The sonographer generally works under the direction of others while gaining experience and may seek supervisor assistance as needed. The position requires graduation from an approved discipline-specific program. Listed certifications include BLS Provider through the American Red Cross, Registered Technologist (Vascular Sonography) through ARRT, and Registered Vascular Technologist through ARDMS. The posting describes a benefits package that may include health, disability, retirement, and/or wellness offerings.

Requirements

Less than one year of relevant work experience.
Graduate of an approved discipline-specific program.
Registered or registry eligible as a Vascular Sonographer.
If not registered at hire, obtain a vascular credential (RVT or RVS) within one year of hire.
Basic knowledge of pathology and ultrasound.
Ability to meet IAC Vascular Lab accreditation standards for CMEs.
BLS Provider certification through the American Red Cross is listed.
Registered Technologist (Vascular Sonography) certification through ARRT or Registered Vascular Technologist certification through ARDMS is listed.

Responsibilities

Review medical records, obtain patient history, and perform a physical examination pertinent to vascular disease and prior vascular procedures.
Review physician orders and obtain clarification when needed.
Perform diagnostic vascular ultrasound testing of extracranial, peripheral, and visceral vascular systems.
Collect and document test results for reading physicians, following department protocols and diagnostic criteria.
Seek supervisor assistance as needed.
Review and evaluate images for completeness and diagnostic quality before presenting them to the interpreting physician.
Enter preliminary results in electronic medical records.
Notify the referring physician of significant abnormal findings before discharging the patient from the Vascular Lab.
Provide final report data for reading physicians.
Maintain ultrasound equipment and keep work areas clean and organized.
Obtain technical support from equipment manufacturers or the biomedical electronics department as needed.
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.
Follow OSHA standards for safety, infection control, and equipment use.
Communicate effectively with physicians, medical staff, nurses, and office staff to support coordinated patient care.
Travel to other regional Vascular Lab locations when needed to become familiar with working at those sites.
If not registered at hire, obtain a vascular credential (RVT or RVS) within one year of hire.