Vascular Sonographer (Float)

Astera Cancer Care; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgical Clinic (TSC) is a premier Middle Tennessee vascular surgery practice providing non-invasive vascular ultrasound services across 11 clinic locations. The Vascular Sonographer Float will rotate between sites, performing arterial, venous, carotid, and abdominal studies while ensuring quality and timely communication of results.

This role requires registry-eligible status within 12 months, BLS, and a formal vascular technology training program, with the ability to adapt to varying

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• BLS certification required
• Travel and work at different sites on short notice
• Formal 2–4 year vascular technology training program required
• Registry-eligible within 12 months
• Vascular-specific experience preferred
• Active vascular testing credential required (RVT or RVS) or credentialing within six months of employment

Responsibilities

• Performs a full range of non-invasive vascular ultrasound exams (arterial, venous, carotid, abdominal).
• Reviews and evaluates images for diagnostic quality and communicates findings to physicians.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and clean, organized work areas.
• Documents exam information accurately in the billing system with correct CPT/ICD-10 codes.
• Supports IAC accreditation through QA, logs, and reports.
• Uses EMR to document findings and retrieve patient history.
• Provides ultrasound coverage across multiple clinic locations as assigned.
• Interacts with physicians and staff to ensure efficient patient care.
• Takes part in training staff and students in lab protocols and exam techniques.

Skills

BLS certification

Willingness to travel

Self-motivated

Education

2–4 year vascular technology training program

Job description

The Surgical Clinic (TSC) is Middle Tennessee’s premier multi‑specialty surgical practice, dedicated to utilizing the latest medical technology while prioritizing patient care, convenience, and satisfaction. With over 40 surgeons, our patient‑focused clinics are conveniently located, providing access to advanced surgical procedures close to home.

Job Description

The Vascular Sonographer Float is a highly skilled professional who provides flexible and dependable vascular ultrasound services across 11 clinic locations throughout Middle Tennessee for our vascular surgeons. As a float team member, the Vascular Sonographer will rotate between multiple clinic locations based on staffing needs, maintaining a flexible schedule and the ability to adapt to varying workflows and environments.

Essential Functions

• Performs a full range of non‑invasive vascular ultrasound exams, including arterial, venous, carotid, and abdominal studies, following established protocols and diagnostic criteria to support accurate clinical diagnosis.
• Reviews and evaluates all images for completeness and diagnostic quality before presenting them to the interpreting physician.
• Ensures that significant findings are clearly documented and promptly communicated when necessary.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment in proper working condition and keeps work areas clean and organized.
• Monitors supply inventory and notifies the supervisor when items need to be replenished.
• Accurately enters vascular exam information into the billing system daily, applying correct CPT and ICD‑10 codes.
• Ensures proper documentation to support insurance claims and timely reimbursement.
• Assists with maintaining IAC vascular laboratory accreditation by contributing to quality assurance, documentation updates, and the preparation of required case logs and reports.
• Ensures patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA.
• Adheres to OSHA standards for safety, infection control, and equipment use.
• Communicates effectively with physicians, medical assistants, and office staff to support coordinated and efficient patient care.
• Provides ultrasound coverage at clinic locations as assigned by the Vascular Lab Director, with flexibility for changes based on operational needs.
• Uses the electronic medical record (EMR) to document exam findings and retrieve relevant patient clinical history.
• Consults with referring providers to ensure appropriate exam performance.
• Adjusts ultrasound system settings to optimize image quality and diagnostic accuracy.
• Troubleshoots technical issues during scans as needed.
• Monitors report turnaround time and works with interpreting physicians to ensure exams are read and finalized promptly, especially in time‑sensitive cases.
• Maintains up‑to‑date knowledge in vascular ultrasound by completing CMEs, reading relevant literature, and attending professional conferences.
• Assists in training and orienting new staff members and students in lab protocols, equipment usage, and exam techniques.
• Performs additional work‑related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• BLS is required.
• Willingness to travel and work at a different site on short notice as needed.
• Successful completion of a formal 2–4-year vascular technology training program is required.
• Candidate must be registry‑eligible within 12 months.
• Vascular‑specific experience is preferred.
• Must be responsible, self‑motivated, and capable of working with limited supervision under guidelines set by the supervisor.
• Must have appropriate credential in vascular testing with active status.
• If not credentialed, must become credentialed within first six months of employment.
• Appropriate credentials: RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist Specialist) by ARDMS; RVS (Registered Vascular Specialist) by CCI PHYSICIAN.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Lifting objects, possible weights in excess of 30 pounds.
• Bending, reaching, and twisting.
• Ability to assist and support patients in transfer from exam rooms, out of wheelchairs, onto exam tables, during the exam process, etc.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus as needed.
• Reasonable accommodation will be available for individuals with disabilities who are not able to complete the following tasks.