Vascular Sonography Technologist

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 49,593 - 70,257; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability insurance

Job summary

UVA Health in Charlottesville, VA seeks an imaging professional focused on ultrasound to support patient care, clinical research, and medical education.

This role performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures, collaborates with clinicians, and may contribute to program development. A specialty license or certification and an accredited education program are required. The position involves standing, lifting, and exposure to clinical environments with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in an appropriate area of specialty as required by position.
• Licensure: American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS certification required; additional requirements specified by position.
• Specialty license or certification required; clinical program design and implementation may be involved.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, treat, and care for patients within the clinical discipline.
• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures to support imaging.
• Collaborate with clinicians and participate in program development and education.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Imaging procedures

Education

Graduate of accredited program in an appropriate area of specialty

Job description

Jobs in this job family are responsible for performing diagnostic and therapeutic imaging procedures to support patient care, clinical research, and medical education. These roles utilize advanced imaging technologies—such as X-rays, MRI, CT scans, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, and interventional radiology—to produce high‑quality images that aid in the diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment of medical conditions.

These roles focus on using ultrasound technology to produce images of the body’s internal structures, such as organs, tissues, and blood vessels. These images are essential for diagnosing and monitoring various medical conditions.

Individual contributors with responsibility in a clinical discipline or specialty typically involve diagnosing, treating, and caring for patients, and often include face‑to‑face interactions with patients. They may also spend some time designing and implementing clinical programs, policies, and services using specialized knowledge and skills. A specialty license or certification required, acquired through advanced education, training and/or experience. This career stream will most commonly be applied to patient care and/or scientific/laboratory technologist jobs.

Requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision. Problems are typically of a routine nature but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures. Communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Graduate of accredited program in an appropriate area of specialty as required by position.

Licensure: American Heart Associate (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required; additional requirements specified by position.

Physical Demands

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); repetitive motion: computer keyboard. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; attention to detail and ability to write legibly; ability to lift/push/pull 50–100 lbs. May be exposed to cold, dust, noise, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Pay

The pay range for this role is $36.13 – $51.17 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate’s qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long‑term and Short‑term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non‑discrimination and equal‑opportunity employment.