Cardiac Sonographer IV

ECU Health; Edenton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Cardiac Sonographer/Echocardiographer to join their team. In this vital role, you will utilize advanced imaging technology to assist physicians in diagnosing heart conditions. With a focus on providing high-quality patient care, you will operate ultrasound equipment to capture detailed images of the heart and its chambers. The position offers a supportive environment with a commitment to professional development and a generous sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a reputable healthcare setting.

Benefits

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Credentialed medical professional with experience in cardiac and vascular sonography.
• Must have ARDMS or CCI registration/certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to provide images of the heart.
• Assist physicians in diagnosing heart problems using imaging technology.

Skills

Ultrasound Imaging

Cardiac Sonography

Vascular Sonography

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

ECU Health Chowan Hospital in Edenton is a 25-bed critical access hospital which provides programs and services to 110,000 people in 6 counties. The facility offers medical and surgical services, including intensive care, a specialty care clinic and a dedicated outpatient surgery area with endoscopy capabilities. A 7-bed emergency department serves approximately 15,000 patients per year and team members at the facility have access to a telemedicine link with the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University.

Position Summary

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus for eligible candidates

A Cardiac Sonographer/Echocardiographer is a credentialed medical professional with academic and clinical experience to use imaging technology to help physicians diagnose heart problems in patients. They operate ultrasound equipment that provides moving 2-D or 3-D images of the heart and its chambers. The scope of practice includes those procedures, acts and processes permitted by law, for which the individual has received education, clinical experience and completed ARDMS- RDCS and/or RVT or CCI- RCS registration, which is the standard of practice in Ultrasound.

Minimum Requirements

• High school or higher (or equivalent)
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Current ARDMS (RDCS or RVT) or CCI (RSC) registration/certification
• 8 years of experience as Cardiac and/or Vascular Sonographer

Other Information

• Primary Shift: Day
  • Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm
• On Call: No
• IMPORTANT: This position is listed as Cardiac Sonographer IV, but based on the minimum requirements that are met, the candidate of choice will be hired as a Cardiac Sonographer I, II, III or IV.

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

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