Vascular Sonographer PRN
Company: SSM Health
Location: Florissant
Posted on: May 27, 2025
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Job Description:
It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health Saint Louis
University HospitalWorker Type:PRNJob Highlights: - - - - - - -
Department: -Sonography - - - - - - - - Schedule:--- PRN as needed
- - - - - - -Pay Range starts at: -$34.23 Daily pay available! - -
- - - - - - Location: - MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University
Hospital, St. Louis, MO RVS or RVT in Vascular Sonography Fulfill
your calling and be a part of the SSM Team. - Apply Today! Job
Summary:Performs diagnostic ultrasound imaging studies in the
vascular lab.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:POSITION
ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (Percent of
Time)Essential Functions: The following are essential job
accountabilities and performance criteria:Position
Accountabilities1) - - - - - - - Performs ultrasound procedures and
examinations according to established department guidelines. - - -
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- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -Vascular department
specific: Performs imaging and non-imaging arterial studies of the
upper and lower extremities and digits, Transcranial Doppler
studies, venous imaging studies of the neck, upper and lower
extremities, carotid imaging studies and arterial
bypass/pseudoaneurysm studies according to established vascular lab
policy and procedures and standards/guidelines set forth by the
Society of Vascular Ultrasound, ARDMS and Intersocietal Commission
for the Voluntary Accreditation of Vascular Laboratories. -B)
Clearly communicates & explains the exam procedure to the patient
and any family member present to insure understanding and patient's
consent for explained test.C) Assesses patient's medical, cardiac
or vascular status by taking a history before the exam.D) Assembles
a chart with the patient's information and enters information into
the current PACS System or Electronic Medical Record (EMR).E)
Records all imaging studies (digital archive) for the Medical
Director or his/her designee to review and interpret.2) - - - - - -
- - Completes patient billing to insure accurate and timely billing
procedures. - - - - - - - - -5%CriteriaEnters charges daily for
procedures performed with no more than 1 error per week. Prints
reports from PAC, Epic and On Demand. - Checks each charge to
ensure -the right account number is used and the correct procedures
are charged.3) - - - - - - - Supports all functions, goals and
objectives of the department as well as development of any new
programs. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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5%CriteriaA) Participate in development of new diagnostic testing
procedures to be performed in the department. - Participates in the
evaluation of new equipment for potential purchase.B) Educates
residents and other medical or technical staff in the technical
aspects, indications and limitations.C) Enhances professional
growth and development through annual participation in educational
programs, in-services, workshops, reading current publications, on
line CME through various professional organizations & manufacturers
and viewing videotaped education programs. Complete required CEUs
to maintain specialty certification.D) Participates in research
studies that require services of the department.4) - - - - - - - -
Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and
infection control policies. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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- - - - - - - - - - - 3-5%CriteriaA) Practices universal
precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established
guidelines. - Disinfects and cleans equipment according to
manufacturers' guidelines and standards outlined by Infection
Control and department policy, including high level disinfection
(HLD).B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic
environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with
hospital standards. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - 1. - - - - - - - - Maintains clutter free
environment. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - 2. - - - - - - - - Keeps conversations and
background noise to a minimumAdheres to dress code. Properly
displays ID badge worn with picture visible and above the waistline
at all times. Maintains equipment in clean & proper working
condition on a daily basis. - Troubleshoots & corrects technical
problems as needed. - Contacts Clinical Engineering or
manufacturer's service department (if under contract) when
malfunctions occur.C) Reports risk management concerns.D) Assumes
responsibility for completing all assigned annual hospital and
department specific mandatory requirements. - - - - - - - - - - -
1. Safety/Fire - - - - - - - - - - - 2. Blood Borne Pathogens - - -
- - - - - - - - 3. Hazardous Communication - - - - - - - - - - - 4.
TB - - - - - - - - - - - 5. Department Specific - - - - - - - - - -
- 6. Age Appropriate Care (for clinical staff only)E) Works in a
constant state of alertness and safe manner. - - - - - - - - - - -
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- Service: - Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint
Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care
in a courteous and respectful manner. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - -2-5% - - - - - - - - - - - Criteria - - - - - - - - - -
-A) Demonstrates Care and Courtesy to all patients, family members,
hospital and medical staff. Demonstrate ability to relate to
coworkers in a professional and respectful manner, in order to
assure and promote a culture of safetyB) Communicates Effectively
and Maintains Confidentiality as outlined in the hospital policy.C)
Demonstrates Competence and Collaboration as outlined in the
hospital policy.D) Provides Cost Effective Services:Minimizes
overtime by scheduling and performing patient procedures in the
most efficient manner (flex time). Appropriately uses/handles
equipment and orders supplies to minimize expenditures on repairs,
replacement items and inventory. E) Attends regularly scheduled
hospital and department meetings that support and explain the
Mission of St. Louis University Hospital and its operation.6) - - -
- - - - - Performance Improvement (PI): - Incorporates Quality
Assessment into one's daily work. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
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- - - - - -2%-3% - - - - - - - - - - - Criteria - - - - - - - - - -
-A) Assists in the daily collection of data for the department's
Performance Improvement Program (volume indicators monthly &
quality indicators are based upon department operation & requested
monitoring by the procedure review committee).B) Wisely and
responsibly utilize the resources within the facility. Take care of
equipment and report problems to result in a longer usage life.C)
Recommends changes in practices to increase efficiency and minimize
waste to manager. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -7) - - - - - - - - Age
Appropriate Care: - Provides age-appropriate care to: - - - - - - -
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- _____Infant - - -_____Child - - - - - ___x___ Adolescent - -
___x__ Adult ___x__ Geriatric - - - - - Criteria - - - - -A)
Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development
necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by
the department.B) - Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret
age specific data to identify patient needs.C) - Utilizes
communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses
to service and interaction.D) - Involves family or significant
other in decision making related to services provided.Demonstrates
ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely
served by the department assigned.8) - - - - - - - - Specialized
Care: - Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for
injury. - - - - - - - - - -Restraint CareInitiates/evaluates
alternatives to restraint prior to application.Applies restraints
consistent with the approved procedure.Monitors and assesses
patient's response throughout the restraint period at the
appropriate intervals.Provides specified patient care (toileting,
skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis.Provides for
trail release and removal of restraint as soon as possible.Adhere
to hospital policy Restraints.Pain ManagementFollows pain
management plan of care, e.g.: repositioning, message,
immobilization, etc.Reports patient complaints of pain to the
nursing staff and/or physician.Evaluates and addresses pain
concerns in accordance with Pain Management Policy (see hospital
policy on pain management).Abuse AssessmentIs aware of abuse
recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments.Reports
signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician and Risk
Management, and recommends appropriate consultations (psychiatric,
Social Work) for evaluation.Adhere to hospital policy on Abuse and
Neglect Clinical Assessment and Reporting.9) - - - - - - Assists in
the day-to-day operation of the assigned department. - - - - - - -
- - - 1-3% - - - - - - - - - - - - - Criteria - - - - - - - - - -
-A) Utilizes work order entry system to report functions which need
to be performed by housekeeping, maintenance and clinical
engineering.B) Retrieves previously archived studies for
viewing/printing as requested. -C) Assists in clerical duties as
required, including telephone responsibilities, processing of
reports, posting/mailing of reports, filing, scheduling, etc.D)
Participates in preparing and performing regular safety and
infection control surveys. - Reports non-compliant issues to
manager/administrator and if necessary, safety or infection control
director, and takes steps to correct deficiencies.DISCLAIMER: -
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.Rationale
for Essential FunctionsThe performance of this function is the
reason the job exists. There are limited employees among whom the
performance of this function can be distributed. This function
occupies a great deal of the employee's time. This function is
highly specialized. - Employees are hired for the skill/ability to
perform this function. Failure to perform this function may have
serious consequences. The function was performed by past employees
and is performed by current employees. Exposure to blood borne
pathogens that require the use of protective equipment Exposure to
tuberculosis that requires the use of protective equipmentJob
SpecificationsMinimum Education:Vascular Department: Graduate of an
approved vascular ultrasound programMinimum Experience:Vascular
Department: One year of ultrasound imaging experience preferred. -
Registry required through ARDMS or CCI. - - - - -Required Course:
(licensure/certification)Vascular Department: BLS, RVT (registered
vascular technologist) by the ARDMS (active status) or RVS
(Registered Vascular Specialist) through CCI (active status)Skills:
(administrative/business)Compile statisticsCompile paperwork to
send to Medical Records for scanning into EMRComputer skillsBilling
studies upon end examAnswer phones using proper phone
etiquetteSkills: - (equipment/machine)Various ultrasound and
Doppler equipment to perform proceduresElectronic Medical Record
SystemHospital telephone systemStress Case System, for
Echocardiology departmentsDigital archivingCopy machine and other
standard office equipmentWorking Conditions:May be exposed to
infectious and contagious diseases.Regularly exposed to the risk of
blood borne pathogens.Exposed to hazardous anesthetic agents, body
fluids and wastes.Subject to electrical and radiant energy
hazards.Occasional exposure to unpleasant patient or unit
elements.May be exposed to unpleasant elements (accidents, injuries
and illness).Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.May be
required to handle emergency or crisis situations.Occasionally
subjected to irregular hours including rotating call dutiesExposed
to chemicals such as isopropyl alcohol and gel used in diagnostic
testing procedures.Exposed to chemicals for cleaning/disinfecting
of equipment (hospital approved agents).Protective Equipment:Eye
shield/gogglesGownLab CoatMaskNon-sterile medical glovesSterile
medical glovesPhysical Requirements:Lifts, positions, pushes and/or
transfers patients (can exceed 350 lbs on occasions)Periodic heavy
physical effort (lift/carry up to 50 lbs).Prolonged, extensive or
considerable standing/walking/sitting required.Pushes/pulls or
moves/lifts heavy equipment/supplies (up to 400 lbs)Manual
dexterity, mobility and fine motor skills required.Intermittent
exertion when performing studies.Considerable reaching, stooping,
bending, kneeling and crouching required in performing job
duties.Vision Requirements:Be able to adjust vision for varying
degrees or room light.Bring objects into focus and see clearly at
20 inches or less.Be able to distinguish and identify multiple
subtle shades of gray and different colors.Hearing Requirements:Be
able to distinguish and identify varying tones/pitch of an audible
signal.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS--- -
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Keywords: SSM Health, Chesterfield , Vascular Sonographer PRN, Healthcare , Florissant, Missouri
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