Cardiac Sonographer

Valley Health; Woodstock (VA); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Valley Health in Virginia is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to perform echocardiographic techniques to aid physicians in diagnosing a range of cardiac conditions in patients from neonatal to adult. The role emphasizes accuracy, patient care, and teamwork in a fast-paced clinical setting.

The position requires participation in on-call rotations and call-back testing. Certification via ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS/ACS) is preferred, with graduates or those within 12 months of hire encouraged to apply.

Qualifikationen

• Graduate of a 2–4-year Allied Health training program.
• Two years training experience in cardiac sonography (echocardiography) preferred.
• Recent graduates of accredited sonography programs encouraged to apply.

Aufgaben

• Perform echocardiographic techniques/procedures to assist physicians in diagnosis.
• Participate in call rotation and call-back testing.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Call rotation availability

Ausbildung

2–4 year Allied Health training program

Jobbeschreibung

The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing echocardiographic techniques/procedures which assist physicians in the diagnosis of medical conditions in patients. This position requires participation in call rotation and call-back testing.

Education

Graduate of a 2–4-year Allied Health training program required.

Experience

Two (2) years training experience in cardiac sonography (echocardiography) preferred.

Recent graduates of accredited sonography programs are encouraged to apply.

Certification & Licensures

BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Requires registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS). Graduates of the Valley Health System Sonography Program have (12) months from the date of hire to obtain certification/registration.

Qualifications

Must be available for participation in call rotation and call back testing.

Must have the physical, mental and technical skills necessary to perform diagnostic testing of all ages, neonatal through adult, as required.

Ability to communicate with physicians, peers and patients on a professional and technical level.