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Under the supervision of the Neurovascular Laboratory Manager, theNeurovascular Sonographeris responsible forperforming 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, andparticipatesin peer interviews and quality initiatives. A strong commitment to patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous learning is essential in this role.
Acaregiver in this positionworksdays| on-call| 6:30am—3:00pm or 7:30am—4:00pm.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Perform ultrasound studies (e.g.Carotid duplex examinations, vertebral artery duplex examinations, Transcranial Doppler examinations).
Consult withthe referringphysicianregardingpatient's medical history and selection ofappropriate proceduresand equipmentrequiredfor proper diagnosis; reviews charts,previousreportsand requisition prior to exam.
Prepare patient for examination andexplainthe procedure before and while performing studies;assistpatient on and off exam table and with dressing/undressing asrequired.
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 withradiologistandcontributestechnical and professional knowledge to the final diagnostic impression.
Assist Physicians with invasive examinations and related procedures requiring sterile technique.
Perform checks on ultrasound equipment toassureproper function of equipment andnotifyclinical 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;performspreliminary research onpatientwhen preparations are not provided;determinespriority of patients based on the daily schedules.
Assistwith clinical instruction of ultrasound students andresidents;assistsin in-service education of staff members.
Assistwith orienting new employees to the equipment, departmentproceduresand scanning protocols; provides demonstration of ultrasound equipment for staff and visitors.
Assistin new investigational techniques,proceduresand equipment;maintainsstate-of-the-artknowledge in the field through self-motivated education and attendance atappropriate conferencesand 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
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, m
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