Overview

Sonographer

As a Sonographer you will perform both General and Vascular Ultrasound procedures with varying degrees of complexity.

St. Joseph Health – Bryan/College Station, Navasota, Caldwell, Madisonville, TX, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Healt has been caring for the communities in and surrounding the Brazos Valley. We have a Level III Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley. St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians specialists and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.

To be successful in this role you will demonstrate extensive knowledge of Sonography imaging techniques to assist the Radiologist in
successfully diagnosing and treating the patient's condition. Performs both General and Vascular
Ultrasound procedures with varying degrees of complexity.

If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and prepared to deliver care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

Responsibilities
Produces quality ultrasound images General, OB/GYN, and Vascular procedures.Assess patient's condition/information and determine the appropriateness of the procedures to be performedEvaluate patients for the presence or absence, severity and location of peripheral vascular
disease by selecting the most effective procedure(s) from an array of anatomic,
hemodynamic and physiologic procedures including duplex scanning, plethysmography,
doppler ultrasound, pressure measurements and active or passive hyperemic challenge.Record test results and report the results to the physician upon completion of testing.
Document and prepare patient records for review and interpretation by physicianMay rotate shifts or be in an “on call” status May rotate between different campuses within Brazos Valley
Qualifications

Required Education and Experience 

Completion of an accredited Sonography program

Required Licensure and Certifications

Sonography Certification by ARRT or ARDMSBLS 

Preferred Education:

Associates Degree, Allied Health or Radiologic Technology