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Job Title
Neurovascular Sonographer
Location
Cleveland
Facility
Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
Department
Ultrasound-Main Campus Hospital
Job Code
D99963
Shift
Days
Schedule
7:30am-4:00pm/6:30am-3:00pm
Job Summary
Job Details
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
In collaboration with the Neurovascular ultrasound team, the Neurovascular Sonographer is responsible for performing comprehensive ultrasound studies of the intracranial and extracranial cerebrovascular system. This includes carotid duplex evaluations, vertebral artery assessments, and a broad range of Transcranial Doppler (TCD) examinations to evaluate cerebral blood flow and vascular integrity.
The sonographer collaborates in the interpretation of diagnostic results, contributes to the education and training of physicians, fellows, residents, and sonography students, and participates in peer interviews and quality initiatives. A strong commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous learning is essential in this role.
On the job training to gain confidence and competence in neurovascular specific ultrasounds (TCDS, carotids, etc.) is provided with an anticipated training period of approximately six months depending on experience.
A caregiver in this position works days| limited on-call on weekends| weekend rotation, usually every fourth weekend| 6:30am—3:00pm, 7:30am—4:00pm, or 8:30am-5:00 pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
- Perform ultrasound studies (e.g. Carotid duplex examinations, vertebral artery duplex examinations, Transcranial Doppler examinations).
- Consult with the 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.
- Prepare patient for examination and explain the procedure before and while performing studies; assist 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.
- Participate in reading sessions with radiologist and contributes technical and professional knowledge to the final diagnostic impression.
- Assist Physicians with invasive examinations and related procedures requiring sterile technique.
- Perform checks on ultrasound equipment to assure proper function of equipment and notify clinical engineering of any equipment malfunctions.
- Ensure exam rooms are adequately supplied with linen and related medical supplies.
- Schedules all emergency patients for neurovascular examinations.
- Monitor 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.
- Assist with clinical instruction of ultrasound students and residents; assists in in-service education of staff members.
- Assist with orienting new employees to the equipment, department procedures and scanning protocols; provides demonstration of ultrasound equipment for staff and visitors.
- Assist 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.
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
- Completion of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or Vascular Sonography program
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) credentialed by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) in good standing
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
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