Echo Vascular Sonographer

Stryker Corporation; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

No weekends

Travel reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Diagnostic Imaging Solutions (DIS), a nationwide leader in cardiovascular imaging, is seeking a skilled Cardiovascular Sonographer to join our team. You’ll perform transthoracic echocardiograms, vascular ultrasounds, and work in outpatient settings with a consistent Mon-Fri schedule and no weekend on-call duties.

This role offers a $25,000 sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Active ARDMS/CCI RVT or RDCS/RCS certifications.
• 2+ years of vascular and echocardiography experience.
• Proficiency in cerebrovascular, venous insufficiency, and arterial imaging.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform transthoracic echocardiograms and stress echoes per protocols.
• Perform vascular ultrasounds (carotid, venous, arterial, ABI) per protocols.
• Communicate with patients, physicians and staff to ensure quality imaging and patient experience.
• Obtain patient history and present findings to interpreting physician.
• Assist with accreditation processes (ACR/IAC).
• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment; report malfunctions.
• Support quality improvement initiatives.
• Travel to assigned client locations as needed.
• Uphold professional standards and ethics.

Skills

Active RVT (ARDMS) or RVS (CCI)

Active RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI)

2+ years vascular & echo ultrasound

Cerebrovascular imaging

BLS certification

Driver's license

Education

Accredited ultrasound program

Job description

$25,000 Sign-On Bonus! Relocation Assistance Available!

Diagnostic Imaging Solutions (DIS), a subsidiary of Catalyst MedTech, is the nationwide leader in cardiovascular imaging, providing top-tier ultrasound services, clinical staffing, and cutting-edge diagnostic solutions with a unique, direct to point-of-service healthcare model. We're looking for a Cardiovascular Sonographer who is a self- starter and a continuous learner. Join our team, get a consistent schedule, and say goodbye to working weekends, holiday shifts, and being constantly on-call.

The DIS Difference …

• No Nights or Weekends!
• Competitive Pay!
• No on-call!
• Work independently
• Professional Development & Continuing Education
• Travel Reimbursement for eligible employees

Your Responsibilities:

• Performs transthoracic echocardiograms and stress echo exams while following established protocols.
• Performs a full-range of vascular ultrasound studies to include carotid, venous, arterial, ABI, and other vascular exams while following established protocols.
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and clinical staff to ensure optimal imaging and exceptional patient experience.
• Obtain a thorough patient history and present key findings to the interpreting physician.
• Assist with ACR and IAC accreditation processes.
• Conduct work in a sterile environment based on established protocols and client processes.
• Maintain and operate ultrasound equipment safely, ensuring routine maintenance is up-to-date and immediately reporting any malfunctions or concerns.
• Participate in quality assessment and process improvement initiatives to ensure continuous quality improvement of care.
• Travel to assigned client location in a safe manner.
• Maintain standards of ethical professionalism at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

You're a great fit if …

• You are a top-notch Cardiac or Vascular Sonographer passionate about patient care.
• You have a strong understanding of Vascular studies
• You are detail-oriented and are passionate about producing high-quality images.
• You are an effective communicator with patients, physicians, and colleagues.
• You adapt easily to a variety of clinical settings and patient needs.
• You stay up-to-date with clinical advancements in echocardiography and have a desire for continuing education.
• You take pride in your work and providing each patient with quality care and comfort.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8a-5p

Minimum Qualifications

• Active RVT (ARDMS) or RVS (CCI) Certification
• Active RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI); RVT/RVS a plus
• Successful completion of an accredited ultrasound program
• 2+ years of both Vascular & Echo ultrasound experience
• Demonstrated proficiency in cerebrovascular, venous insufficiency, and arterial imaging. Experience in procedures a plus.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Ability to push/pull heavy medical equipment.
• Valid Driver’s License

Working Conditions:

Work is performed at outpatient testing centers, hospitals, clinics, and/or physician office settings with moderate to high patient volume. Sonographers must travel in all weather conditions.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand for periods of time.
• Walking, stooping, turning, and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Occupational Exposure:

Performance of clinical job duties has a reasonable anticipated risk factor of occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens or other infectious materials. Employees are required to use protective equipment.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.