Vascular Sonographer II

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) seeks a qualified professional to perform standard non-invasive vascular exams, applying knowledge of indications, diagnostic challenges, and normal peripheral vascular anatomy and physiology. Proficiency in basic ultrasound principles for vascular studies is essential to ensure exam adequacy.

Responsibilities include evaluating exam quality, recognizing inadequate studies, and maintaining ARDMS registry eligibility; a Cardiovascular / Vascular

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Cardiovascular / Vascular ultrasound program or equivalent; ARDMS registry eligible within first year.
• Strong knowledge of vascular anatomy, physiology and hemodynamics is desired.
• Experience in performing vascular ultrasound procedures is preferred (1 year).

Responsibilities

• Perform standard non-invasive vascular exams with knowledge of indications and diagnostic problems.
• Apply basic ultrasound principles to vascular studies and assess study adequacy.
• Recognize and distinguish adequate vs. inadequate exams.

Skills

Vascular ultrasound knowledge

Peripheral vascular anatomy & physics

Non-invasive vascular exam techniques

Education

Cardiovascular / Vascular ultrasound program or equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for completing standard non-invasive vascular exams to include knowledge of appropriate indications for specific vascular exams, knowledge of different diagnostic problems in each case and of normal peripheral vascular anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of basic ultrasound principles pertaining to vascular studies. To recognize and distinguish an adequate from an inadequate vascular exam.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC005120 COL - Bernardin Vascular Echo (DMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

Job summary: Responsible for completing standard non-invasive vascular exams to include knowledge of appropriate indications for specific vascular exams, knowledge of different diagnostic problems in each case and of normal peripheral vascular anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of basic ultrasound principles pertaining to vascular studies. To recognize and distinguish an adequate from an inadequate vascular exam.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• Graduation from a Cardiovascular / Vascular ultrasound program / school or equivalent vascular ultrasound experience and ARDMS registry eligible required.
• One year of work experience in performing vascular ultrasound procedures preferred.
• Strong knowledge of vascular anatomy and physiology and hemodynamics desired.

Required License Certification and Registration

• Registration with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) within the first year of employment required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous)
• Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
• Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)
• Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand.
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
• Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent)
• Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
• (Selected Positions) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
• (Selected Positions) Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discrimin