Lead Cardiac & Vascular Sonographer — Mentorship & Impact

Women's Vascular Summit; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Cardiac & Vascular Sonographer to perform advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures in a hospital setting. This PRN role includes leading departmental programs, mentoring staff, and stepping in for supervision when needed.

Required are CAHEA-approved training, RDMS, and 5 years of experience. BLS from the American Heart Association is also required. Flexibility for a 24/7 on-call schedule is expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of CAHEA-approved formal training in diagnostic medical sonography.
• 5 years of sonographer experience.
• RDMS certification required; advanced specialty certs as needed by facility.
• Proficiency with radiology information systems and related software.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures independently per safety protocols.
• Leads departmental programs and acts as clinical mentor; assumes supervisory duties in absence of team leader.
• Verifies physician orders and ensures procedure accuracy; operates imaging equipment per protocol.
• Explains procedures to patients to ensure understanding; reviews images for diagnostic quality.
• Drives quality control, standardization, and efficiency initiatives; participates in training of junior staff.

Skills

Computers & software

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule (on call)

Education

CAHEA-approved diagnostic sonography program

RDMS certification

Advanced specialty certification

BLS (AHA) certification

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Cardiac & Vascular Sonographer to perform advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures in a hospital setting. This PRN role includes leading departmental programs, mentoring staff, and stepping in for supervision when needed.

Required are CAHEA-approved training, RDMS, and 5 years of experience. BLS from the American Heart Association is also required. Flexibility for a 24/7 on-call schedule is expected.