Vascular Sonographer

PRACTICE OVERVIEW

Jefferson Radiology is a Radiology Partners practice. Radiology Partners, through its owned and affiliated practices, is a leading radiology practice in the U.S., serving hospitals and other healthcare facilities across the nation.

As a physician-led and physician-owned practice, we advance our bold mission by innovating across clinical value, technology, service and economics, while elevating the role of radiology and radiologists in healthcare. Radiology is a team sport, and Radiology Partners is building a community of physicians and support teammates who embody our practice values and believe in our bold mission to transform radiology. Using a proven healthcare services model, Radiology Partners provides consistent, high-quality care to patients, while delivering enhanced value to the hospitals, clinics, imaging centers and referring physicians we serve.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Ultrasound (US) Technologist-Vascular provides excellent patient care by producing and evaluating vascular diagnostic and/or US studies as ordered by the referring physician; primary emphasis is on working with patients with orders for various interventional, guided and vascular studies. The successful US Technologist-Vascular is proficient on multiple types of US equipment and demonstrates best practices in US and patient care.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs US exams including abdominal, OB/GYN, breast, other small parts, and US-guided intervention scans while consistently maintaining a high level of quality and productivity. Performs quality assurance duties. Operates all relevant US equipment and computer systems, including Radiology Information System (RIS) and Picture Archival & Communication System (PACS), with proficiency.

• Reviews requisitions to determine proper study; interviews patients for medical history; prepares and positions patients for exams; positions patients appropriately; selects scan parameters and exposure factors; monitors patient while scanning; reviews images for quality and abnormalities; performs QC and patient tests according to protocol; works cooperatively with Radiologist.

• Provides excellent care and service to patients. Explains exams, procedures and positioning to patients to reduce anxiety and obtain cooperation.
  
  Tracks patients from exam start to discharge, ensuring that stat exams are processed appropriately and expeditiously. In emergency situations, assesses patient's condition and assists Radiologist as needed (i.e. with medicine or supplies).

• Stocks supplies; maintains cleanliness of scan rooms and dressing rooms. Performs record keeping and data entry.
  
  Performs end of day surveys, prepare imaging room(s) for next day's service, and organizes workload for following day including appropriate requisition and authorization. Maintains knowledge of ancillary/emergency equipment that supports the practice.

• Responsible for the non-technical component of the protocol process, including: ensuring that the patient is properly prepped for exams, including blood work, allergies, contraindications, etc., monitoring missing requisitions, faxing transmissions to referring MD offices to obtain missing requisitions, ensuring that the requisition is completely filled out i.e. exam, clinical and signature authorization numbers match the exam ordered and codes are correctly entered, evaluating requisitions to ensure exam requested matches the exam ordered, verify that exams have been scheduled at the proper site, time slot and day and contacting the Customer Care Center for assistance with scheduling changes as needed.

• Participates in various department duties and meetings necessary for patient-centered service. Collaborates and cooperates with others in and out of the department in support of organization goals.
  
  Trains and assists new employees and staff-in-training when necessary. Provides coverage to other offices as needed. Maintains professional certification. Assumes responsibility for self-development needs and obtain necessary instruction and current certifications

• Performs other related duties as assigned

• Participates as a member of the Jefferson Radiology Team. Consistently demonstrates and promotes Jefferson Radiology Values.

• Ensures a professional attitude and appearance at all times. Consistently demonstrates flexibility and good judgment. Consults with co-workers and supervisor as necessary.

• Adheres to all Jefferson Radiology policies and procedures, including Compliance, HIPAA, OSHA, licensing and accreditation guidelines. Reviews policy and procedure manuals on an annual basis.

DESIRED PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• ARDMS certification in abdomen required.

• Minimum of one year of experience in sonography required .

• CPR (BLS) certification required.

• Knowledge of relevant equipment preferred.

• Proficient using computers.

• Excellent communication and patient care skills required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

May be required to occasionally lift 21-50lbs. Will be required to stand, sit, walk, bend and crouch.

Requires direct patient contact. Will have exposure to radiation, as well as blood and body fluids.

The hourly range for this position is $40.00 - $47.50. Final determinations may vary based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, geographic location etc. In addition to this range, Radiology Partners offers competitive total rewards packages, which include possible incentive and productivity programs, health & wellness coverage options, 401k benefits, and a broad range of other benefits such as family planning and telehealth (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).

Radiology Partners is an equal-opportunity employer. RP is committed to being an inclusive, safe and welcoming environment where everyone has equal access and equitable resources to reach their full potential.

We are united by our Mission to Transform Radiology and in turn have an important impact on the patients we serve and the healthcare system overall. We hold that diversity is a key source of strength from which we will build a practice culture that is inclusive for all. Our goal is to empower and engage the voice of every teammate to promote awareness, compassion and a healthy respect for differences.

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