Cardiac Sonographer PRN

WVU; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A university medical center in Morgantown is seeking a qualified Cardiac Sonographer. The ideal candidate will possess RDCS or RCS certification and demonstrate interpersonal skills for effective communication and conflict resolution. Responsibilities include providing support to junior sonographers and participating in education opportunities. The position requires physical endurance, including the ability to handle up to 40 pounds. Join a dynamic team focused on cardiac health and patient care.

Qualifications

• RDCS or RCS certification within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Visual acuity for reading small print.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of Cardiac Sonographer I.
• Provide feedback on performance.
• Act as a preceptor for new sonographers.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Conflict resolution

Clinical teamwork

Education

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)

Job description

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:****EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:** 2. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) **OR** Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 12 months of hire. **CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned. 12.Supports the development of the Cardiac Sonographer I by providing ongoing feedback regarding their performance.13. Participates in education and in-service opportunities in order to maintain and enhance knowledge.14. Acts as a preceptor by on-boarding new sonographers with department orientation, in-service and education.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Ability to sit for extended periods of time. 2. Ability to lift, push, or pull a minimum of 40 pounds. 4. Visual acuity (corrected) – keen for both distant and near objects/individuals (i.e. ability to read small print).**SKILLS AND ABILITIES:** 1. Possesses the interpersonal skills to positively and effectively communicate, negotiate, and resolve conflict.