Vascular Sonographer Job Description

Vascular Sonographer Job Description Template

We are looking for a skilled vascular sonographer to perform ultrasound examinations for our practice. As a vascular sonographer, your duties will include preparing patients for scans, operating the ultrasound equipment, and working with physicians to review the vascular images.

To be a successful vascular sonographer, you should be able to interpret sonograms accurately and provide an excellent level of patient care. A skilled vascular sonographer will demonstrate acute attention to detail and the ability to explain technical diagnoses in understandable terms for patients.

Vascular Sonographer Responsibilities:

• Preparing and updating patients' medical records.
• Ensuring that the lab, examination rooms, tools, and equipment are properly sterilized and maintained.
• Preparing patients for ultrasound examinations.
• Operating and maintaining ultrasound and plethysmography equipment.
• Performing sonographic examinations on patients to develop vascular images.
• Generating analytical reports and documentation from sonogram results.
• Assisting physicians with reviewing and interpreting ultrasound images.
• Communicating and explaining sonography examinations and results to patients.
• Performing administrative tasks such as managing patient schedules and filing diagnostic reports.
• Staying up to date with the latest advancements in sonography technology and techniques.

Vascular Sonographer Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in vascular technology, sonography, radiology, or similar.
• Relevant ARDMS credential such as registered vascular technologist (RVT).
• Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification is preferred.
• A minimum of 2 years experience as a vascular sonographer.
• Excellent knowledge of sonography technology such as plethysmographs and ultrasound equipment.
• Familiarity with patient medical software such as NueHD, DrChrono, and CareCloud Charts.
• Excellent diagnostic and interpretive abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to provide an excellent level of patient care.