Senior Echo & Vascular Sonographer - Lead & Mentor

Careerwebsite; Baton Rouge, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health seeks an experienced sonographer to perform advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures, lead departmental programs, and mentor junior staff. The role requires verifying orders, operating imaging equipment, and ensuring diagnostic-quality images while maintaining safety standards.

Applicants should have CAHEA-approved education, 5 years of experience, RDMS, and BLS. The position emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and ongoing program development within radiology.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication; professional presentation of information.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule (e.g., 24/7, weekends, holidays, on-call).
• Completion of a CAHEA approved diagnostic medical sonography program.

Responsibilities

• Verifies physician orders and procedures for accuracy.
• Operates imaging equipment to complete studies per protocol; assists radiologists in procedures.
• Reviews images for diagnostic quality before transmission.
• Leads departmental programs, protocol development, and quality initiatives.
• Supports orientation and training of junior staff; participates in evaluations.

Skills

Computer proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Interpersonal skills

Flexible schedule

Education

CAHEA approved diagnostic sonography program

RDMS certification

BLS certification

Tools

RIS software

Advanced specialty certification

Job description

Ochsner Health seeks an experienced sonographer to perform advanced diagnostic ultrasound procedures, lead departmental programs, and mentor junior staff. The role requires verifying orders, operating imaging equipment, and ensuring diagnostic-quality images while maintaining safety standards.

Applicants should have CAHEA-approved education, 5 years of experience, RDMS, and BLS. The position emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and ongoing program development within radiology.