Cardiac Sonographer I (New Grad) - Invasive Cardiology - Days

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Sign-on incentive of $20,000

Résumé du poste

VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a Sonographer/Technologist to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures and ensure quality patient care. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience, possess certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and demonstrate strong communication and critical thinking skills. Responsibilities include performing ultrasounds, educating patients, and maintaining safety standards. A $20,000 sign-on incentive is available for offers accepted prior to May 31, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer/Technologist.
• Graduation from a CAAHEP or CMA Accredited Program in cardiac sonography.
• Ability to perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures.

Responsabilités

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures upon order by practitioners.
• Educate patients related to imaging procedures.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and operational guidelines.

Connaissances

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Patient care

Formation

Certification by RDCS or RCS

Graduation from an allied health program

Description du poste

$20,000 sign‑on incentive available for offers accepted prior to May 31, 2026.

The practice of ultrasonography is performed by an ultrasound technologist responsible for the administration of high‑frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques to humans of all ages (newborn to geriatric) for medical purposes. A Sonographer/Technologist performs ultrasonography procedures and related techniques, producing images at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed independent practitioner. Ultrasonography integrates scientific knowledge, technical skills, patient interaction, and compassionate care resulting in diagnostic information. A Sonographer/Technologist recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of a procedure and exercises independent professional and ethical judgment. The Sonographer/Technologist is the primary liaison between patients, licensed independent practitioners, and other members of the support team. The Sonographer/Technologist remains sensitive to the physical and emotional needs of the patient through good communication, assessment, monitoring, and care skills. Participation in quality improvement processes and continuous assessment of performance is expected.

Sonographer/Technologists think critically and use independent, professional, and ethical judgment in all aspects of work. Engagement in continuing education to enhance patient care, public education, knowledge, and technical competence is expected in this role.

Scope of Practice for the Sonographer/Technologist

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedure or examination upon the order of, or for diagnostic interpretation by, a licensed independent practitioner (LIP).
• Determine ultrasonic frequencies and appropriate transducers for the anatomic area of interest.
• Maintain records, respect confidentiality and established policy.
• Apply principles of patient safety during all aspects of procedures, including assisting and transporting patients.
• Receive, relay, and document verbal, written, and electronic imaging orders in the patient’s medical record.
• Corroborate patient’s clinical history with the ordered procedure while ensuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed independent practitioner (LIP).
• Verify informed consent.
• Assume responsibility for patient needs before, during, and after procedures.
• Prepare patients for procedures.
• Apply ALARA principles to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Perform venipuncture per procedural protocol based on imaging order from a licensed independent practitioner as applicable.
• Start and maintain intravenous access per procedural protocol based on an imaging order for a LIP as applicable.
• Identify, prepare, and/or administer medications generally associated with diagnostic imaging procedures as prescribed by a LIP as applicable.
• Evaluate images for technical quality, ensuring proper identification is recorded.
• Identify and elevate emergency situations and manage until appropriate LIP, EMS, MERT, RRT, or code team arrives to assume control.
• Provide patient education related to imaging procedure.
• Educate, mentor, and provide general oversight of students and other learners in the environment.
• Participate and/or perform ongoing quality assurance activities.

Essential Job Statements

• Cardiac Sonographer/Technologists with minimal assistance or independently perform or assist the licensed independent practitioner in the completion of ultrasound imaging exams.
• Cardiac Sonographer/Technologists with minimal assistance or independently complete imaging exams based on physician’s written order, department protocols, and institutional safety standards.
• Cardiac Sonographer/Technologist represents the goals, values, and vision of VCU Health System.
• Ensures adherence to regulatory standards, health system and department policies, procedures, processes, and guidelines applicable to role.
• Resolves basic service delivery issues.

Additional Position Requirements

• Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific manager or supervisor.
• Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing needs of the health system.
• Weekend and other after‑hours coverage may be required based on workload demand and staffing needs of the health system.
• Sonographer/Technologists are considered “Essential Employees” who may be required to report to work in accordance with the VCUHS Policy.

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide equitable care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge and related competencies of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to their age, specific needs and to provide the equitable care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Age groups served: Infant (1‑12 months), Pediatrics (1‑12 years), Adolescents (13‑17 years), Adults (18‑64 years), Geriatrics (65 years and older).

Employment Qualifications

• Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDCS AE and/or PE) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS or RCCS).
• Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current Certification by RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS or RCCS (CCI) and Basic Life Support (BLS for Healthcare Providers).
• Experience required: Minimum 1 year of previous work experience as a Cardiac Sonographer/Technologist.
• Experience preferred: 3 years of previous work experience as a Cardiac Sonographer/Technologist; previous work experience in an academic medical center environment.
• Education/training required: Graduation from an allied health education program specific to sonography meeting educational requirements for certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDCS AE and/or PE) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS or RCCS); OR Graduation from a CAAHEP or CMA Accredited Program in cardiac sonography; OR Graduation from a minimum of a 2‑year JRC Accredited Program in Cardiac Sonography recognized by the ARRT or Joint Review Committee on Education in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (JRC‑DMS); OR Graduation from a bachelor’s degree program and hold at least one certification by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDCS AE and/or PE) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (RCS or RCCS).
• Education/training preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in cardiac sonography.

Physical Requirements

• Lift 20‑50 lbs.
• Prolonged standing, prolonged sitting, walking (distance), repetitive motion, prolonged computer interaction.
• Strong recall, reasoning, problem solving, hearing, speak clearly, write legibly, reading, logical thinking.
• Fast‑paced environment, able to handle multiple priorities, frequent and intense customer interactions, noisy environment, able to adapt to frequent change.

Age Specific Groups Served

All

EEO Statement

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60‑1.4.