Echovascular Sonographer II - (PRN)

musc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 5,235,000 - 7,990,000; Part time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a PRN Vascular Echo Sonographer to perform a full range of echo vascular studies, including Doppler and TEE. The role emphasizes precise documentation, collaboration with physicians, and QA support.

Candidates should hold ARDMS RVT or CCI RVS, and RCDS is preferred. A current BLS certification is required, with a preference for formal vascular ultrasound training.

Qualifications

• ARDMS RVT or CCI RVS certification required prior to hire.
• RCDS certification preferred for Echocardiography.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform echo vascular studies as required (Echocardiograms, Doppler, Color Flow, TEE).
• Prepare paperwork for echo vascular studies and ensure accuracy.
• Maintain rapport with physicians and hospital staff.
• Document care in clinical records and care plans.
• Assist with QA activities and adherence to orders and standards.

Skills

ARDMS RVT

RVS (CCI)

RCDS (Echo)

BLS

Education

Echo/vascular ultrasound program

Job description

Job Description Summary

Performs echo vascular studies as required, including Echocardiograms, Cardia Doppler studies, Color flow mapping, TEE studies, Carotid Duplex studies, Arterial extremity testing, Benous extremity studies and RAA's.

Diligently prepares appropriate paperwork for echo vascular studies.

Learns the department/hospital routines in the various Hospitals served.

Assists with Quality Assurance on an ongoing basis.

Maintains rapport with physicians and other hospital staff.

Ensures that care is delivered to assigned patients in accordance with medical orders and nursing standards and is documented in clinical records and on plans of care.

Performs echo vascular studies as required, including Echocardiograms, Cardia Doppler studies, Color flow mapping, TEE studies, Carotid Duplex studies, Arterial extremity testing, Benous extremity studies and RAA's.

Diligently prepares appropriate paperwork for echo vascular studies.

Learns the department/hospital routines in the various Hospitals served.

Assists with Quality Assurance on an ongoing basis.

Maintains rapport with physicians and other hospital staff.

Ensures that care is delivered to assigned patients in accordance with medical orders and nursing standards and is documented in clinical records and on plans of care.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Cost Center

CC005120 COL - Bernardin Vascular Echo (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

12

Work Shift

Job Description

Description: Performs echo vascular studies as required, including Echocardiograms, Cardia Doppler studies, Color flow mapping, TEE studies, Carotid Duplex studies, Arterial extremity testing, Benous extremity studies and RAA's. Diligently prepares appropriate paperwork for echo vascular studies. Learns the department/hospital routines in the various Hospitals served. Assists with Quality Assurance on an ongoing basis. Maintains rapport with physicians and other hospital staff. Ensures that care is delivered to assigned patients in accordance with medical orders and nursing standards and is documented in clinical records and on plans of care. Performs echo vascular studies as required, including Echocardiograms, Cardia Doppler studies, Color flow mapping, TEE studies, Carotid Duplex studies, Arterial extremity testing, Benous extremity studies and RAA's. Diligently prepares appropriate paperwork for echo vascular studies. Learns the department/hospital routines in the various Hospitals served. Assists with Quality Assurance on an ongoing basis. Maintains rapport with physicians and other hospital staff. Ensures that care is delivered to assigned patients in accordance with medical orders and nursing standards and is documented in clinical records and on plans of care.

Required License Certification and Registration: Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) certification by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) ((Vascular)) - and Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RCDS) ((Echocardiography)). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required

FLSA: Hourly

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: High School graduate. Additional relevant courses and/or degrees preferred. Graduate of an accredited formal program in Echo/Vascular Ultrasound and/or on-the-job training in Echo/Vascular Ultrasound. Must be registered in 1 modality upon hire and in both modalities within 3 months of start date.

Additional Job Description

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 requir