Vascular Sonographer
Macon, GA - 575 1st St
Macon, GA

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Job Summary

Under indirect supervision, performs all duties associated with acquisition, processing, submission for interpretation and archiving of general and specialized ultrasound images.Responsible for the care of the patient while in the ultrasound department. Performs portable US exams based on provider order and/or patient condition.

• Positions patients and selects appropriate protocol to demonstrate anatomy of area of interest based on accepted General US and advanced ultrasound/sonography principles such as Pediatric US, Vascular US and Breast US. Judges diagnostic quality of finished medical images and processes preliminary reports and/or work sheets prior to submission to physician for interpretation. Identifies and documents any limitations to the sonography examination.
• Customizes each patient exam based on accepted ultrasound/sonography principles to optimize the diagnostic value of each specific imaging encounter. Applies independent judgment during the sonography examination to ensure that appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions are accurately captured in the examination images. Assists radiologist with US guidance for advanced specialty US procedure such as biopsies or aspirations as needed.
• Reviews all diagnostic ultrasound requests for appropriateness based on clinical information provided. All questionable orders are communicated to the ordering provider and any unresolved concerns are taken to the interpreting physician for final approval.
• Provides relevant patient history and/or codes for all ultrasound procedures based on facility requirements.
• Performs clerical responsibilities associated with acquisition, processing and archiving of patient record.
• Offers detailed explanation of diagnostic procedures to patients prior and answers questions as appropriate.
• Observes patient while in ultrasound for change in status and makes appropriate intervention or contacts primary care givers for instruction.
• Identifies and corrects problems as appropriate with all critical occurrences reported to the next level of authority.
• Maintains all required continuing education and applicable certifications as an ultrasound technologist.
• Ensures equipment is maintained to assure conformance of specific operational standards including US equipment and Trophon if applicable.

Education, Training, and Experience

• Must be a High School or GED Diploma Graduate.
• Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, vascular or cardiovascular ultrasound program, or BS in Ultrasound.
• Minimum one year experience in a Specialty area of Vascular US, Breast US or Pediatric US.
• Registered Sonographer through ARDMS or ARRT.
• In addition, registered or registry eligible through ARDMS as a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT), Registered Breast US technologist or Registered Pediatric US technologist. Specialty Registry required within one year of employment.

• Takes a thorough vascular history and assesses the patient's vascular status as it relates to the type of testing ordered.
• Writes preliminary reports on IP charts and calls preliminary reports OP to referring provider when necessary.
• Performs tests ordered by the provider in a timely and professional manner.
• Assists the reading provider by analyzing and evaluating the results of the study.
• Selects appropriate transducers and adjusts controls for examinations to optimize consistently image quality according to patient's size and the objective of the exam.
• Explains to patients and family members each examination to be performed and professionally answers any questions they may have. Provides the patient with comfort, privacy, and instructions to assure a high quality result.
• Ensures efficient and proper functioning of ultrasound equipment and cleaning according to manufacturer's specifications. Provides input for equipment and supply purchases. Communicates equipment malfunctions as appropriate.
• Responsible for specific quality assurance and control duties in the assigned area.
• Generates a work atmosphere that maintains a positive attitude toward teamwork.
• Maintains a work area that is clean, orderly, and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Communicates with referring offices as necessary.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.