Vascular Sonographer

2 months ago


Houston, United States California Foot & Ankle Centers Full time

Position:Vascular SonographerLocation:Houston, TX (and our other locations in the greater Houston area)Schedule:Full-Time and Part-Time positionsSalary:Competitive Salary & Bonus ProgramBenefits:Health, Dental, Vision, EAP, 401(k), FSA, Costco, AAA, etc.






ABOUT US

With a growing network of locations, both the Vascular Institutes and California Foot & Ankle Centers (CALFAC) provide comprehensive care and surgery, including advanced wound care and amputation-prevention therapies, lower extremity peripheral nerve surgery, vascular medicine, and reconstructive surgery.

We have been serving patients for over 60 years, building a loyal patient base keeping our clinic and surgery center locations busy with little to no marketing during that time. Our highly-competent doctors and medical staff all believe in giving a caring approach to each patient, as well as our utilizing the most modern technology available. Further, we conduct clinical trials and research at all of our locations.

As a part of our team, you will be welcome in working with us for years to come as we do good work in our communities. We value team building, and our staff oftimes engages in after work activities in order to build relationships and play an essential role in our community.


JOB BRIEF

The Vascular Institute of Houston is seeking a vascular sonographer to join our growing and dynamic team The sonographer follows clearly defined diagnostic sonography procedures to deliver high quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of peripheral arterial and venous disease. Integrates education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.

Most work will be normal business hours. But sometimes weekend work will be required, based on when procedures are scheduled.

As a member of our team, we all provide a high level of efficient patient care, while always presenting a caring, ethical, and professional experience for the patients, doctors and other team members.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES


  • Independently perform comprehensive diagnostic vascular ultrasound exams which primarily include but are not limited to lower extremity arterial and venous duplex (including evaluation for venous insufficiency), as well as carotid duplex
  • Assist physician/provider during ultrasound guided endovenous procedures (RFA and Varithena/sclerotherapy)
  • Assess the patient and correlate the clinical history with the test to be performed
  • Prepare patients for examinations and explains procedures to patients
  • Ensure safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient while in the sonographer's care
  • Utilize written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally with providers/physicians or other members of the team
  • Transfer studies to PACS and complete official preliminary reports in a timely manner


EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS


  • Graduation from an accredited formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program or equivalent
  • education/experience
  • Minimum 2 years clinical/practical experience as a vascular sonographer, echo experience is a plus
  • MUST be proficient in the following non-invasive vascular studies - lower extremity arterial duplex, lower extremity venous duplex (including evaluation for venous insufficiency), carotid duplex
  • MUST have experience in endovenous ablations (RFA and Varithena/sclerotherapy)
  • RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) through ARDMS or RVS (Registered Vascular Specialist) through CCI required
  • RPhS (Registered Phlebology Sonographer) through CCI not required, but is a plus
  • BLS (Basic Life Support) required upon hire

PROFESSIONALISM

□ Must have strong organizational and time management skills
□ Ability to work on multiple tasks and meet deadlines
□ Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
□ Excellent communication skills
□ Detail-oriented a must
□ Ability to maintain strict confidentiality as required
□ Be a team player
□ Drive: Self-starter with initiative to assist in practice development,
and to create motivation within the clinic team
□ Collaboration: Ability to work within a team setting and leverage
strengths of other to accomplish objectives
□ Interpersonal skills: Approachable, able to establish rapport easily,
demonstrates empathy and active listening skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands, handle documents, bend and stoop as needed, and reach with hands and arms. The position requires use of keyboard and computer regularly. Strong vision abilities to perform extensive computer-related work.



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