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Under the direction of the Neurovascular Laboratory Manager, the Neurovascular Sonographer performs ultrasound studies specific to the intracranial and extracranial cerebrovascular anatomy (carotid duplex examinations, duplex examinations of the vertebral arteries, a wide variety of Transcranial Doppler examinations to assess the cerebral vascular circulation). You will assist with the interpretation of study results and assist with the teaching of staff physicians, fellows, residents, sonographers and sonography students. You will also perform peer interviews and maintain patient safety.

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Responsibilities:

• Performs ultrasound studies (e.g. Carotid duplex examinations, vertebral artery duplex examinations, Transcranial Doppler examinations).
• Consults with referring physician regarding patient's medical history and selection of appropriate procedures and equipment required for proper diagnosis; reviews charts, previous reports and requisition prior to exam.
• Prepares patient for examination and explains the procedure before and while performing studies; assists patient on and off exam table and with dressing/undressing as required.
• Electronically acquires sonographs and labels correctly with appropriate data (patient name, clinic number, date, scan type, orientation and performing technologist's initials) for the patient's record; maintains records of all examinations performed and completes financial information for each study; obtains previous studies needed for correlation or as requested by the Neurologist - Neuroradiologist.
• Participates in reading sessions with radiologist and contributes technical and professional knowledge to the final diagnostic impression.
• Assists Physicians with invasive examinations and related procedures requiring sterile technique.
• Performs checks on ultrasound equipment to assure proper function of equipment and notifies clinical engineering of any equipment malfunctions.
• Ensures exam rooms are adequately supplied with linen and related medical supplies.
• Schedules all emergency patients for neurovascular examinations.
• Monitors all appointments scheduled for ultrasound examinations; performs preliminary research on patient when preparations are not provided; determines priority of patients based on the daily schedules.
• Assists with clinical instruction of ultrasound students and residents; assists in in-service education of staff members.
• Assists with orienting new employees to the equipment, department procedures and scanning protocols; provides demonstration of ultrasound equipment for staff and visitors.
• Assists in new investigational techniques, procedures and equipment; maintains state-of-the-art knowledge in the field through self-motivated education and attendance at appropriate conferences and symposiums.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or Vascular Sonography program.

Certifications:

• Must be a Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) credentialed by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Work Experience:

• None required

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