Vascular Sonographer

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 68,177 - 106,653; Part time

Job summary

The University of Washington is seeking a Vascular Sonographer in Seattle to perform independent vascular tests across various modalities, ensuring high-quality standards. Responsibilities include conducting examinations, preparing reports, and maintaining equipment. The ideal candidate will have training accredited by the AMA and current registration as a Vascular Technologist. This temporary position offers a pay range of $49.49 to $77.42 hourly, with first shift scheduling and opportunities for training medical residents and participating in research activities.

Qualifications

• Completion of a training program accredited by AMA-CAHEA for vascular ultrasound.
• Possess current registration as a Registered Vascular Technologist.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform high level vascular tests, independent of direct physician supervision.
• Maintain examination facilities and equipment in accordance with safety policy.
• Prepare preliminary reports based on examination findings.
• Review patient medical history to ensure appropriate tests are performed.
• Alert the vascular surgery team of critical positive examination results.

Skills

High level vascular tests

Vascular ultrasound expertise

Patient communication

Quality assurance

Education

Training program accredited by AMA-CAHEA

Registered Vascular Technologist certification

Tools

Vascular testing instrumentation

Job description

Work Schedule

Per diem. Day shift with potential for call.

Department Description

The Vascular Sonographer will be part of the innovative team in the D. E. Strandness Jr. Vascular Laboratory at the University of Washington. Under general direction, the Vascular Sonographer independently performs vascular tests from all five major testing areas: extracranial carotid, intracranial cerebrovascular, peripheral arterial, peripheral venous, and visceral vascular. These examinations range from standard tests such as carotid duplex for internal carotid stenosis and venous duplex for acute deep vein thrombosis to specialized protocols developed for our specific patient population and referring providers. For example, we have developed a “Sprint Protocol” for athletes with iliac artery endofibrosis and have created an ultrasound protocol for diagnosis of pelvic venous disorders. The staff are expected to adapt established testing protocols for individual patients based on history and preliminary findings to document the information necessary to accurately determine the diagnosis. The Vascular Sonographer also supports Vascular Surgery in the operating room when requested for intraoperative monitoring and assessment. Finally, the Vascular Sonographer supports the educational mission of the laboratory by teaching residents and fellows in various University of Washington training programs, sonography students from several CAAHEP‑accredited diagnostic medical sonography programs, and by contributing to research projects.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Perform high level vascular tests, independent of direct physician supervision.
• Use a variety of testing instrumentation.
• Adapt examinations to answer clinical questions.
• Prepare preliminary reports based on examination findings.
• Maintain examination facilities and equipment in accordance with our safety policy.
• Utilize multiple vascular testing instruments and identify when maintenance issues occur.
• Review patient medical history and supporting clinical information to ensure the appropriate test is being performed.
• Ensure indications are appropriate for the examination ordered.
• Communicate with the patient in a manner appropriate to the patient’s ability to understand and explain the test that will be performed.
• Perform examinations and apply criteria according to the laboratory protocols.
• Provide thorough documentation according to the examination protocol and any additional images necessary to support interpretation.
• Alert the referring provider or vascular surgery team of critical positive examination results.
• Contribute to quality assurance processes.
• Assist with training of medical and surgical residents and sonography students.
• Participate in research activities.
• Share in call rotation and coverage of the satellite vascular laboratory.

Requirements

• Completion of a training program accredited by the American Medical Association – Committee on Allied Health Education (AMA‑CAHEA) for vascular ultrasound.
• Possess current registration as a Registered Vascular Technologist through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay range minimum: $49.49 hourly. Pay range maximum: $77.42 hourly.

Shift: First Shift (United States of America).

Temporary position. FTE: 0.00%.

Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech.

Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.