Vascular Ultrasound Specialist

Job Summary:

Responsible for a series of activities related to successfully completing diagnostic and vascular ultrasounds on patients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Verifying patient clinical history and health status, evaluating related tests and images
• Communicating comfortably and clearly with patient to explain the procedure, answer questions and relay information about what to expect during the procedure
• Communicating any concerns to the referring or interpreting physician as needed prior to the planned procedure
• Consulting with medical professionals and independently assessing any possible need to adapt the planned procedure to achieve optimal results
• Administering contrast media through an intravenous line as needed after receiving appropriate approval
• Upholding quality patient care standards as professionally defined before, during and after the procedure
• Operating the ultrasound equipment and analyzing findings in real time during the examination to ensure optimal data is obtained
• Perform venous duplex studies of the deep and superficial systems and arterial duplex studies, when needed. Assist physicians during the ultrasound guided procedures.
• Physically moving or assisting the movement of the patient as necessary to ensure comfort, a successful procedure and minimal patient exposure to high-frequency sound or x-rays
• Evaluating ultrasound, vascular results to identify expected and unexpected outcomes given the procedure plan as well as whether appropriate test guidelines and protocols were followed
• Identifying and documenting unexpected results that may indicate the need for further testing or immediate medical attention
• Completing ultrasound technician worksheets that explain test findings to the physician
• Demonstrates clear ownership of workplace and patient safety.
• Reports mistakes, near misses, adverse events and quality and safety concerns.
• Participates in the development and implementation of safety and quality improvement activities
• Must be available for on-call duty for ultrasound.
• Protects patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and privacy laws.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education: Associates’ degree required; Bachelor’s preferred. Completion of an approved ultrasound and vascular technology.

Licensure/Certification: Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer required; Certification as Registered Vascular Specialist/Tech required. Must maintain CPR Certification.

Experience: Two (2) years of Ultrasound & vascular experience is required. Excellent communication, organization and patient care skills required.

Physical Requirements: Frequent walking and standing; ability to use heavy equipment and maneuver patients; occasionally lift up to 100 lbs alone. Frequent bending, reaching, and stooping. Good visual acuity.