Cardiovascular Sonographer III-Vascular

Location:Lee Health -2776 Cleveland AveFort Myers FL 33901

Department: Cardiovascular Services

Work Type: Full Time

Shift: Shift 1/8:00:00 AM to 4:30:00 PM

Minimum to Midpoint Pay Rate:$31.90 - $41.48 / hour

Summary"Performs high quality diagnostic ultrasound exams in accordance to the policies and procedures that are provided by the Lee Health cardiovascular department. A Level 3 (primary vascular) sonographer must specialize in non-invasive vascular testing. Cardiovascular Career Ladder is used for determining sonographer level. A Level 3 Sonographers skills includes proficient in carotid duplex, upper and lower extremity venous studies, upper and lower extremity arterial bypass graft duplex, upper and lower extremity non-imaging arterial studies, upper and lower arterial duplex, pseudo aneurysm evaluations, abdominal aorta duplex, mesenteric and renal arterial duplex. The position requires varied shifts including weekend rotations and ""on call"" rotation as determined per specific department needs including holidays, weekends, and evenings. Portable exams are done based on patient need. Demonstrate flexibility in learning all equipment. Have an understanding of sterile procedures, isolation precaution techniques, infectious hazardous materials, sharp instruments, and defibrillator equipment." Requirements Educational Requirements

Degree/Diploma Obtained	Program of Study	Required/ Preferred	and/or
High School Diploma or Equivalent		Required

Additional RequirementsGraduate from a cardiovascular technology program or diagnostic medical ultrasound program. Extensive experience may substitute training.Experience Requirements

Minimum Years Required	Area of Experience	Required/ Preferred	and/or
2 Years	Vascular Ultrasound	Required

State of Florida Licensure Requirements

Licenses	Required/ Preferred	and/or
Not Required

Certifications/Registration Requirements

Certificates/Registrations	Required/ Preferred	and/or
BLS (American Heart Association / Basic Life Support)	Required

Additional RequirementsRegistered with American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers in Vascular Technology (RVT) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International in Vascular Ultrasound (RVS).

US:FL:Fort Myers