Vascular Technologist Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in ultrasound technology and a graduate of an accredited School of Ultrasound Technology by CAAHEP
• Certification or certification eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). If “eligible”, employee must be certified within one year of hire
• Maintains minimum CE credits as mandated by the accrediting body ARDMS
• Possess current CPR certification or obtain within 4 months of employment

Nice To Haves

• RVT certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)

Responsibilities

• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations
• Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images
• Uses independent judgement during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathological findings
• Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician
• Coordinates work schedule with departmental Supervisor and/or scheduling desk to assure workload coverage
• Assumes responsibility for the safety, mental and physical comfort of patients while they are in the sonographer’s care
• Assists with the daily operations of the ultrasound department
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies
• Establishes and maintains ethical working relationships and good rapport with all interrelating hospital referral or commercial agencies
• Coordinate with other staff to assure appropriate patient care is provided
• Provides ultrasound skill training for ultrasound technologist students and Radiology Residents