Vascular Sonographer Jobs

About The Position

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.