Vascular Sonographer

Saratoga Hospital; City of Saratoga Springs (NY); On-site; USD 50,778 - 83,358; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

Tuition assistance

Opportunities for growth within the organization

Job summary

Saratoga Hospital is seeking a dedicated Vascular Sonographer in Saratoga Springs, NY. You will play a vital role in delivering excellent patient care through vascular imaging, including arterial and venous duplex studies.

The position offers flexibility with varied shifts, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within the Albany Med Health System. Join a team that prioritizes patient-centered care and community service.

Qualifications

• Certification from an accredited sonography training program required.
• Registered by the ARDMS in at least one area.
• BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Produce vascular imaging as requested by physician.
• Verify physician orders and document procedures.
• Evaluate specific patient outcomes and adjust care plans.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams for patient care.
• Deliver patient-centered care in alignment with hospital values.
• Participate in committees and support policy development.

Skills

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Ability to analyze image quality

Problem-solving and critical thinking

Compassionate patient-centered care

Education

Certification from an accredited sonography training program

Registered by the ARDMS in at least one area

BLS certification

Job description

Location: Saratoga Springs, NY
Employment Type: Per Diem
Shift/Schedule: Varied shifts
Department: Vascular Lab
Salary Range: $36.86–$60.51 hourly, based on experience and qualifications

About Saratoga Hospital

At Saratoga Hospital, we’ve built a reputation for high‑quality, compassionate care and a commitment to the health and well‑being of our community. As part of the Albany Med Health System, we combine advanced technology with a deeply personal approach—creating a supportive environment for patients, staff, and providers alike. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

About the Role

We’re looking for a dedicated Vascular Sonographer to join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you’ll be a vital part of our clinical team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast‑paced healthcare environment. Responsible for obtaining vascular imaging in the following areas: extra cranial cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial physiologic, peripheral arterial duplex, venous duplex ultrasound, and visceral vascular duplex ultrasound. This position performs the most complex professional level assessments in a variety of peripheral vascular studies and requires an advanced knowledge of peripheral vascular anatomy, physiology, and disease process. Must possess the ability to analyze image quality and initiate measures and/or adapt technical procedure. The Vascular Sonographer must have a working knowledge of various ultrasound equipment and the dexterity required to operate it. Utilizes an EMR to generate reports. This position reports to the Manager of Non‑Invasive Cardiovascular Services and supports the Vascular Technical Specialist in areas of accreditation and day‑to‑day operations.

What You’ll Do

• Produce acceptable images on patients as requested by referring physician, rendering preliminary impression to the interpreting physician.
• Verify physician orders, document completion of procedure on patients’ charts and ensure that patients are properly identified and prepared for procedures including meeting age‑specific needs.
• Maintain complete, accurate and concise record keeping and documentation of the patient status and history (including obtaining previous studies if applicable); communicate information to the physician to assist in the interpretation of the exam.
• Evaluate specific patient and/or group of patients’ outcomes and change plan of care according to patient status.
• Actively participate on committees, councils, policy development, unit‑specific policies/projects and professional organizations.
• Display an ability to solve problems, think, reason and learn utilizing evidence‑based practice.
• Actively involved with the education and/or mentoring of peers, patients, community and co‑workers.
• Deliver compassionate, patient‑centered care in alignment with Saratoga Hospital values.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support health, healing, and service excellence.
• Perform clinical responsibilities with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Use hospital systems and tools to document care and support operations.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and support patient and staff satisfaction.
• Serve as a positive, professional representative of our hospital and community.

What You Bring

• Certification from an accredited sonography training program required. Must be registered by the ARDMS in at least one area. RVT preferred but must be registry eligible and sit for exam within one year of hire.
• BLS certification.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to providing patient‑first, high‑quality service.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs.
• Opportunities to grow within the Albany Med Health System.
• Located in beautiful Saratoga Springs, known for its vibrant community, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions.

Our Commitment

We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you’re passionate about healthcare and community service—even if you don’t meet every qualification listed—we’d still love to hear from you.