Vascular Sonographer Tech 2 (Wage)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville, Virginia, Evanston Township (VA, MN, IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a capable clinician to provide patient services using medical ultrasound. This role involves performing ultrasound procedures, assisting physicians in diagnosing conditions, and providing patient education. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in ultrasound technology and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care. Join a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to excellence in healthcare, where you can expand your skills and take on leadership opportunities with mentoring support.

Qualifications

• Must meet education requirements for ultrasound certification.
• Minimum two years clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound procedures and record data for physician interpretation.
• Assist in gathering sonographic data for diagnosing conditions.
• Provide patient education related to medical ultrasound.

Skills

Ultrasound Procedures

Patient Care

Data Recording

Quality Assurance

Patient Education

Education

Associate's Degree in Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound

Job description

Capable clinician, focused on expanding knowledge and skills. Responsible for providing patient services using medical ultrasound under the supervision of a physician responsible for the use and interpretation of ultrasound procedures. Provides effective direct care, as part of the interdisciplinary team, to a variety of complex patients. Assumes a beginning leadership role but seeks mentoring in this process.

Responsibilities:

1. Performs appropriate ultrasound and plethysmography procedures and records anatomical, pathological, and/or physiological data for interpretation by a physician.
2. Assists the physician in gathering sonographic data necessary to diagnose arterial and venous conditions and diseases and identify normal and abnormal flow dynamics.
3. Obtains, reviews, and integrates pertinent patient medical history and supporting clinical data to facilitate optimum diagnostic results.
4. Provides patient education related to medical ultrasound.
5. Records and processes sonographic data.
6. Provides patient services in a variety of medical settings.
7. Performs quality assurance checks on equipment, ensuring proper safety standards are met.

Position Compensation Range:

$32.62 - $52.19 Hourly

Minimum Requirements:

1. Education: Must meet the education requirement for diagnostic medical ultrasound or echocardiography ultrasound certification with either CCI or ARDMS; Associate's degree preferred.
2. Experience: Minimum two years clinical experience.
3. License/Certification: Credentials from ARDMS or CCI as a Registered Vascular Technologist or Registered Vascular Specialist required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.

Physical Demands:

Job requires standing and sitting for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping and traveling; Repetitive motion: Scanning involves holding a transducer in place on the patient's body for periods of time and maintaining the sonographer's body in position, allowing access to anatomy being scanned. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100 lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, fumes, noise, blood/body fluids, and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group, and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.