Vascular Sonographer I or II ART (10k sign-on bonus)
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Job Location:
Charleston, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
18 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
Under minimal supervision the Vascular Sonographer II performs high quality vascular sonography exams in a timely caring and professional manner in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. This role is responsible for identifying anatomic variants and pathologies of the Vascular system. This position must be able to adequately report exam findings determine if additional imaging is necessary based on demonstrated variants/pathology and create accurate detailed preliminary reports for the reading Vascular Surgeons using established departmental criteria. The Vascular Sonographer II is responsible for orienting and mentoring students fellows residents and new staff members. This role assists with departmental tasks including scheduling paging schedule maintenance revenue reconciliation and accreditation documentation. This position serves as a role model for students and new team members by fostering and maintaining a positive attitude and developing a sense of teamwork.Entity
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC000491 CHS - Lab - Vascular (ART)Pay Rate Type
HourlyPay Grade
Health-29Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
Under minimal supervision the Vascular Sonographer II performs high quality vascular sonography exams in a timely caring and professional manner in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. This role is responsible for identifying anatomic variants and pathologies of the Vascular system. This position must be able to adequately report exam findings determine if additional imaging is necessary based on demonstrated variants/pathology and create accurate detailed preliminary reports for the reading Vascular Surgeons using established departmental criteria. The Vascular Sonographer II is responsible for orienting and mentoring students fellows residents and new staff members. This role assists with departmental tasks including scheduling paging schedule maintenance revenue reconciliation and accreditation documentation. This position serves as a role model for students and new team members by fostering and maintaining a positive attitude and developing a sense of teamwork.Additional Job Description
Minimum Training and Education: Graduation from an accredited Vascular Technology Cardiovascular Technology or Ultrasonography program is preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered. Vascular Sonographers must have a minimum of two years of Vascular specific scanning experience and approval by the Supervisor to be considered for the Vascular Sonographer II position. Current staff must have all Consistent or Mentor ratings on the most recent annual evaluation and no written reprimands within a calendar year at the time of consideration for a Vascular Sonographer II position. Incoming Vascular Sonographers must have a minimum of two years of Vascular specific scanning experience and acceptable references from prior Supervisors/Managers to be hired into a Vascular Sonographer II position. Active membership in a related professional organization such as SDMS or SVU is required.
Required Licensure Certifications Registrations: Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers as a Registered Vascular Technologist (ARDMS RVT) or by Cardiovascular Credentialing International as a Registered Vascular Specialist (CCI RVS) is required prior to being hired. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
Physical Requirements
Mobility & Posture
Standing: Continuous
Sitting: Continuous
Walking: Continuous
Climbing stairs: Infrequent
Working indoors: Continuous
Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent
Working from elevated areas: Frequent
Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent
Kneeling: Infrequent
Bending at the waist: Continuous
Twisting at the waist: Frequent
Squatting: Frequent
Manual Dexterity & Strength
Pinching operations: Frequent
Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous
Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous
Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous
Reaching overhead: Frequent
Reaching in all directions: Continuous
Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous
Full use of both legs: Continuous
Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent
Lifting & Force Requirements
Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent
Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36: Infrequent
Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent
Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent
Examples:
Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient 50 lbs. force
Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet 20 lbs. force
Push patient stretcher one-handed 25 lbs. force
Vision & Sensory
Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous
Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous
Color discrimination: Continuous
Depth perception: Continuous
Peripheral vision: Continuous
Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous
Tactile sensory function: Continuous
Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous
Selected Positions:
Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
Respiratoruse qualification: Continuous
Work Environment & Conditions
Effective stress management: Continuous
Rotating shifts: Frequent
Overtime as required: Frequent
Latex-safe environment: Continuous
If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need.
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Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Sonography
- Pediatrics Experience
- Medical Imaging
- Catheterization
- Epic
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
The Medical University of South Carolina located in beautiful historic Charleston, South Carolina.
