Sonographer Vascular

UVA Health; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 81,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus Available

Job summary

UVA Community Health, part of the UVA Health system, seeks a part-time ultrasound technologist to collaborate with radiologists to obtain high-quality images and deliver exceptional patient care across diverse ages.

The role requires ARRT RT(S) and/or ARDMS-CCI credentials, with RVT/RVS within the first year, and a High School diploma or GED. The position is non-exempt, with variable shifts, and a sign-on bonus is available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of vascular sonography experience preferred.
• ARRT RT(S), ARDMS, or CCI certification or board eligibility required; RVT or RVS within first year.

Responsibilities

• Work with radiologists and specialists to obtain high quality ultrasound images and provide exceptional patient care.
• Explain procedures and post-procedure orders to patient to reduce anxiety and gain cooperation.
• Follow OSHA regulations and universal precautions; keep equipment and rooms clean.
• Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment, adjust cameras for proper density and contrast, and perform routine quality control.
• Communicate effectively with team and participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Stress management

Multitasking

Diagnostic procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ARRT RT(S)

ARDMS

CCI

RVT/RVS requirement

Job description

Variable Shifts during the week | 20 hours weekly | Part Time Position

Sign-on Bonus Available!!

ABOUT US

We are ushering in a new era of healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Community Health, part of the world-class UVA Health academic health system, we are committed to caring for the whole person by building meaningful connections with our patients i n the local setting of UVA Health’s community hospitals, outpatient locations, and provider offices. By combining our team’s talent and expertise, the breadth of capabilities across the entire UVA Health system, and our dedication to community wellness, we are bringing expert care close to home.

As a member of the UVA Community Health team, individuals contribute to patient care decisions, support advanced medical technologies, and experience the satisfaction of making a difference in people’s lives every day.

JOB TYPE

Classification: Non Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Work in consort with the radiologists and other specialists to obtain high quality ultrasound images and provide exceptional patient care.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

1 year of experience in Vascular Sonography preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.

Licensure:

ARRT RT(S), ARDMS, or CCI certified or Board eligible required. RVT or RVS required within the first year of employment.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written communications. Ability to work in a stressful environment. Ability to multitask and prioritize quickly. Ability to perform diagnostic procedures and to meet the specific needs of various patient age groups: neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric.

Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

N/A

• Patient Care: Ensures patient safety and comfort while in the radiology department.
  • Explains the procedure and post-procedure orders to the patient to gain cooperation and minimize anxiety.
  • Prioritizes workflow in regard to patient condition and ensures patients' arrival and departure occur in a timely manner.
  • Provides an atmosphere conducive to gain the patient's cooperation and confidence.
  • Utilizes data received from patient satisfaction and practice performance results to identify opportunities to improve and participates in the planning and improvement process.
• Compliance: Follows and supports OSHA regulations and uses universal precautions when required.
  • Cleans examination surfaces between patients.
  • Provides clean linen including sheets, gowns, pillowcases, and towels.
  • Immediately cleans spills following universal precautions.
  • Properly stores accessory equipment when not in use.
• Teamwork: Works within a team to achieve patient and team goals.
  • Shares and initiates regular and professional communication with co-workers.
  • Facilitates and participates in regular staff meetings.
• Technical Competency: Follows routine standards and properly and safely manipulates equipment, within its limitations, to obtain images.
  • Maintains sterile equipment and fields.
  • Adjusts cameras to obtain the proper density and contrast.
  • Performs any necessary warm-up and quality control procedures on the equipment.
  • Uses protocols to obtain images of internal structures.
  • Critiques images for quality and makes necessary judgments to determine if repeat is necessary.

The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demand Code:

Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health.

OTHER

May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: Yes

On call responsibilities as directed: Yes

Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes

The base compensation range for this role is $39.35- $58.99 hourly.

Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education. Please note that the pay range does not include any applicable incentive compensation programs such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives that may be available for those in eligible positions.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7618
• Locations 8700 Sudley Rd, Manassas, VA, 20110, US
• Business Unit UVA Health Prince William Medical Center