Graduated from an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Program.
Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred.
Active certification by ARDMS in relevant specialties preferred or within one year of hire.
Minimum 2 years patient care experience in specialty area.
Current compliance with CME requirements for ARDMS specialties.
Responsibilities
Obtain and record patient histories and ultrasound data.
Employ cognitive skills to adapt procedures based on diagnostic needs.
Utilize independent judgment to differentiate normal and abnormal findings during exams.
Analyze sonograms and communicate findings to physicians effectively.
Complete data entry for exams in a computerized system.
Ensure patients' safety and comfort during procedures.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Benefits
Competitive pay with differentials and benefits.
Tuition assistance for continued education.
Defined pension plan for retirement.
Supportive culture focused on personal and professional growth.
Full Job Description
Overview
Vascular Technologist
Catholic Health Physician Practices
The Vascular Technologist is a diagnostic medical sonography professional who is qualified by professional credentialing and academic and clinical experience to provide diagnostic patient care services using ultrasound and related diagnostic procedures.
Job Details
Job Responsibilities:
Obtains and records pertinent histories from patients, charts and computerized ultrasound reporting system.
Uses cognitive sonographic skills to identify record and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information and images.
Uses independent judgment during sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.
Analyses sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
Completes exam data entry for each patient in computerized reporting system.
Assumes responsibility for the safety and comfort of patients with in the sonographers care.
Maintains a procedure log per policy
Completes billing process as indicated.
Participates in the maintenance of accreditation.
Maintains a clean work environment. Follows infection control, regulatory and organization regulations and policies.
Cleans probes according to manufacturers’ instructions after each patient, and wipes down machines after last patient of the day.
Stocks exam rooms and informs supervision when stock items run low.
Employee aids in the orientation of new staff, may precept students.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Job Requirements:
Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or Cardiovascular Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) is required. Bachelor of Science degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography is desirable.
Preferred: Active certification by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) in the specialty (ies) as appropriate (or within one year of employment or transfer). Current compliance with continuing medical education (CME) requirements for specialty (ies) as appropriate or within one year of employment.
Minimum 2 years of experience working with patients in intended area of specialty.
Why Join Us:
Competitive pay + differentials and benefits
Tuition assistance
Defined pension plan
Growth-friendly culture
Posted Salary Range
USD $47.53 - USD $54.08 /Hr.
Be part of something meaningful. Help us care for our community with compassion and excellence.
About LifePoint Health
LifePoint Health is a healthcare company that owns and operates hospitals and other healthcare facilities across the United States. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Brentwood, Tennessee. LifePoint Health's hospitals offer a wide range of medical services, including emergency care, surgery, cardiology, oncology, and women's health. The company is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. LifePoint Health is also dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the communities it serves through various community outreach programs and initiatives.
