PRN Vascular Sonographer

Wellstar Health System; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a PRN Vascular Sonographer in Hiram, Georgia. The role involves performing vascular exams, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in OB and Abdomen sonography and demonstrate excellent communication skills. Flexibility and dependability are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Sonography or Cardiovascular Technology program.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, age-appropriate patient care by performing exams.
• Adjust techniques to minimize radiation dose while maintaining image quality.
• Verify procedure orders and obtain complete clinical history.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Multitasking

Independent Work

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Sonography or Cardiovascular Technology program

Job description

Join us as a PRN Vascular Sonographer at Wellstar Health System

Wellstar Paulding Imaging Center in Hiram, Georgia, is seeking a PRN Registered Vascular Sonographer. The ideal candidate must have general sonographer experience in OB and Abdomen, be flexible with work hours, dependable, accountable, and cooperative. Responsibilities include providing safe, age-appropriate patient care by performing exams per department protocols, obtaining quality diagnostic studies, and utilizing equipment effectively for diagnosis and treatment. The role requires independent judgment, technical proficiency, and the ability to set up and operate ultrasound equipment efficiently.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Equipment

• Adjust techniques to minimize radiation dose while maintaining image quality.
• Report equipment malfunctions promptly.
• Maintain and disinfect equipment according to infection control policies.

Patient Care

• Verify procedure orders and obtain complete clinical history.
• Follow procedures for contrast media administration safely.
• Properly identify patients and ensure correct marker use.
• Review images for quality and respond to emergencies.
• Assist in all modalities as needed and evaluate patient conditions.

Education and Communication

• Explain procedures clearly to patients using AIDET principles.
• Address patient questions and document accurately.
• Participate in training and departmental education.

Quality Control

• Produce acceptable images with high first-time acceptance rates.
• Ensure equipment calibration and proper operation.
• Document and send studies to PACS promptly.

Operations

• Restock supplies, transport and position patients, and perform clerical duties.
• Maintain department cleanliness and safety standards.
• Operate workstations and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; graduate of an accredited Sonography or Cardiovascular Technology program.
• Certifications: Registered Medical Sonographer or ARRT Vascular Sonography, BLS required.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience preferred.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize, and multitask.
• Independent and team-oriented work capabilities.
• Flexibility with work hours and dependable performance.

Additional Information

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare