What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vascular Ultrasound Technologist, Outpatient, Tuesday through Friday! position at Columbia Orthopaedic Group?
Job description
Vascular Ultrasound Technologist
Join a dynamic team at Image Guided Solutions of Missouri, an affiliate practice of Columbia Orthopedic Group, as we seek an experienced Ultrasound Technologist.
This position is responsible for performing ultrasound imaging for the diagnosis and treatment of venous and arterial conditions.
The sonographer will assist an interventional radiologist with procedures and also
acquire diagnostic images. You will be responsible for the maintenance, backup procedures, operation, and training on the use of ultrasound equipment.
Tuesday through Friday. 8-5pm. No holidays, evenings, or weekend work.
We are open to full-time, part-time, and per-diem arrangements.
$2500 sign-on bonus
$35-$50/hour
Essential Functions:
● Demonstrated proficiency in the performance of ultrasound procedures, including the ability to provide guidance for Endovenous Thermal Ablation and Ultrasound-Guided Foam Sclerotherapy procedures.
● Performs Doppler scan and vein mapping on Deep and Superficial Venous Systems.
● Performs lower extremity arterial examinations and ABIs.
● Document findings in the electronic medical record at each visit.
● Prepares patients for procedures and explains ultrasound procedures to patients.
● Provide oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the interventional radiologist
● Maintain all US machines, including cleaning, maintenance, and transporting as needed.
● Stocks inventory and assists with inventory management.
● Other duties as assigned and incidental to the work
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:
● Possesses outstanding interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal skills.
● Demonstrates good organizational skills in the performance of duties and responsibilities.
● Ability to effectively work with physicians, patients, and other personnel cooperatively and collaboratively.
● Ability to efficiently and effectively manage multiple tasks.
● Demonstrates self-motivation and personal development.
● Ability to work and adapt in a fast-paced, patient service-oriented environment.
● Demonstrates ability to promote quality improvement by maintaining professional and ethical standards.
● Ability to maintain professional conduct in all work-related situations.
Physical Requirements:
● Normal vision, hearing, and/or the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
● Occasionally required to lift/carry items up to 20 pounds.
● Primarily work in a well-illuminated, climate-controlled, indoor, smoke-free medical office environment.
Education and Experience:
● Bachelor’s degree preferred
● Two years of experience performing ultrasound technology duties in a vein or vascular clinic setting preferred
● RVS, RVT, RPhS candidates with venous ultrasound experience are preferred, but we are willing to train motivated candidates with a strong work ethic.
Full time candidates are eligible for benefits.
Benefits:
Company and Employee paid benefits: Health, dental, and vision
Company paid benefits: long term disability and basic life insurance
Employee paid additional options: Critical Illness, Short term disability. Accident, Cancer, Hospital, Voluntary Life
PTO: begins accruing after 30 days (starting at 12 hours per month)
401K/Retirement
Safe Harbor
After 1 year of continued employment, all employees will automatically receive a 3% employer paid safe harbor contribution to their 401K/Retirement Plan
Match Plan
After 1 year of continued employment, employee contributions are matched at 50% up to 6% by the employer.
Salary : $35 - $50
