Vascular Sonographer I or II - ART

Under minimal supervision, the Vascular Sonographer II performs high quality vascular sonography exams in a timely, caring, and professional manner in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. This role is responsible for identifying anatomic variants and pathologies of the Vascular system.

Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC000491 CHS
- Lab
- Vascular (ART) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-29 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift

Under minimal supervision, the Vascular Sonographer II performs high quality vascular sonography exams in a timely, caring, and professional manner in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. This role is responsible for identifying anatomic variants and pathologies of the Vascular system. This position must be able to adequately report exam findings, determine if additional imaging is necessary based on demonstrated variants/pathology, and create accurate, detailed preliminary reports for the reading Vascular Surgeons using established departmental criteria.

The Vascular Sonographer II is responsible for orienting and mentoring students, fellows, residents, and new staff members. This role assists with departmental tasks including scheduling, paging schedule maintenance, revenue reconciliation, and accreditation documentation. This position serves as a role model for students and new team members by fostering and maintaining a positive attitude and developing a sense of teamwork.

Minimum Training and

Education:

Graduation from an accredited Vascular Technology, Cardiovascular Technology, or Ultrasonography program is preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered.

Vascular Sonographers must have a minimum of two years of Vascular specific scanning experience and approval by the Supervisor to be considered for the Vascular Sonographer II position. Current staff must have all Consistent or Mentor ratings on the most recent annual evaluation and no written reprimands within a calendar year at the time of consideration for a Vascular Sonographer II position.

Incoming Vascular Sonographers must have a minimum of two years of Vascular specific scanning experience and acceptable references from prior Supervisors/Managers to be hired into a Vascular Sonographer II position. Active membership in a related professional organization such as SDMS or SVU is required.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:
Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers as a Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS RVT) or by Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI RVS) is required prior to being hired. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Mobility & Posture Standing:
Continuous Sitting:
Continuous Walking:
Continuous Climbing stairs:
Infrequent Working indoors:
Continuous Working outdoors (temperature extremes):
Infrequent Working from elevated areas:
Frequent Working in confined/cramped spaces:
Frequent Kneeling:
Infrequent Bending at the waist:
Continuous Twisting at the waist:
Frequent Squatting:
Frequent Manual Dexterity & Strength Pinching operations:
Frequent Gross motor use (fingers/hands):
Continuous Firm grasping (fingers/hands):
Continuous Fine manipulation (fingers/hands):
Continuous Reaching overhead:
Frequent Reaching in all directions:
Continuous Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders):
Continuous Full use of both legs:
Continuous Balance & coordination (lower extremities):
Frequent Lifting &…