Vascular Sonographer

Baystate Health

Springfield, MA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$39.93–$45.90 Per Hour

SKILLS

Anatomy, Auto Insurance, Basic Life Support (BLS), Calendar Management, Cancer, Cardiology, Cerner, Charge Capture, Coaching, Critical Care, Disease, Emergency Procedures, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Healthcare, Hospital, Instrumentation, Insurance, Life Insurance, Massage Therapy, Medical Billing, Medical Diagnosis, Medical Imaging, Microsoft Product Family, Neurology, News Reporting, Obstetrics and Gynecology, On Call, Pathology, Performance Management, Physics, Physiology, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Quality Management, Regulations, Reimbursement, Staff Training, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Ultrasound, Vision Plan

LOCATION

Springfield, MA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Sign-on Bonus Eligible

We are a 716-bed independent academic medical center. We are the community's major referral hospital, and we provide a wide range of services, including:

+ Cancer care (https://www.baystatehealth.org/services/cancer)

+ Critical care medicine

+ Digestive disorder care (https://www.baystatehealth.org/services/gastroenterology)

+ Heart and vascular disease care

+ Laboratory services (https://www.baystatehealth.org/services/laboratory)

+ Neurological disorders

+ Obstetrics and gynecology care (https://www.baystatehealth.org/services/obgyn)

+ And care for many other injuries, illnesses, and conditions

+ Ranked among highest performing hospitals nationally by U.S. News & World Report

+ Among only 1% of hospitals to be recognized by Magnet® 4 consecutive times

+ Named a top 50 cardiovascular hospital by Watson Health

SCHEDULE:

+ Full time 40 hours

+ Day shift (rotating hours)

+ Rotation to support regional lab coverage

+ Weekend on-call rotation

LOCATION :

+ Baystate Medical Center

+ Springfield, MA

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

+ Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance

+ Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases

+ Continuing education support and reimbursement

+ First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages

+ Farm Share Memberships

+ 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service.

+ Free money coach advice from a certified professional

+ Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health.

+ Pet, home, auto and personal insurance

+ Life insurance

+ Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!

+ Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health.

Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.

Summary:

The role of the vascular sonographer is to perform ultrasounds evaluating different aspects of the vascular system including anatomy, pathology, and physiology. The incumbent must be familiar with basic vascular conditions in order to recognize and identify any abnormalities.

The individual will work with physicians and other sonographers performing diagnostic imaging. Other duties may include research, scheduling appointments, explaining procedures to patients and or assisting patients, maintaining ultrasound equipment.

Incumbent is expected to adhere to system and department compliance policies, and any applicable laws and regulations. This description covers the essential functions of the position. Incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Management has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time.

Job Responsibilities:

1) Clinical Practice/Performs diagnostic quality exams according to department protocol/procedure. Possess a comprehensive understanding of vascular and anatomy, heart and vascular pathophysiology and hemodynamics.

2) Clinical Practice/Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and optimizes equipment to enhance image quality. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of ultrasound physics, instrumentation, tissue characteristics, and measurements of blood flow, including the biological effects of ultrasound..

3) Completes patient charge capture in PACS system and paperwork accurately and timely. Maintains safe operation of designated equipment and assists to ensure orderliness of department..

4) Illustrates initiative, reliability and flexibility while performing duties.

5) Actively seeks and is receptive to honest feedback from healthcare team in ways to improve quality and performance.

6) Takes initiative in seeking educational resources for professional improvement.

7) Takes initiative in seeking educational resources for professional improvement.

8) Is knowledgeable of and assists with emergency procedures.

9) Maintains safe operation of designated equipment and assists to ensure orderliness of department.

10) Individual and/or team objectives from previous review cycle.

Minimum Requirements:

1) Graduate of an ultrasonography accredited program

2) Basic Life Support - American Heart Association

3) Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RVT) within one year of hire

Preferred Work Experience:

1) 3-5 years minimum

Skills and Competencies:

1) Cerner, McKesson, Microsoft

2) Patient centered and team focused

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!

For more information, please visit us online at: baystatehealthjobs.com or interact with us socially at facebook.com/BaystateCareers or on Twitter @BaystateCareer

All correspondence can be directed to:

Jim Pugliese, Healthcare Recruiter

jim.pugliese@baystatehealth.org

Education:

Certificate (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical SonographyAmerican Registry for Diagnostic Medical SonographyAmerican Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Compensation

Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$39.93 - $45.90 - $54.29

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

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