Neurovascular Sonographer

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.

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