Echo Cardiographer

Doctors Hospital of Augusta; Murray Hill (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance & certification

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Augusta seeks an Echo Cardiographer to perform echocardiograms and related non-invasive tests in a busy cardiovascular department. The role includes vascular work, transesophageal echo and pacemaker analysis, with emphasis on accuracy and coordination of procedures for diagnostic quality.

Ideal candidates hold an ultrasound degree, 3–5 years of Cardiac Sonography experience, and certification as either a Cardiac or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.

Qualifications

• Degree in ultrasound technology (Cardiac sonography preferred).
• 3–5 years experience as a Cardiac Sonographer.
• Certification as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and perform echocardiography procedures including echocardiograms, vascular work, transesophageal echo, pacemaker analysis and exercise echo.
• Acquire two‑dimensional ultrasonic recordings for cardiac diagnosis.
• Assist with stress testing and other non-invasive cardio diagnostics as needed.
• Lead ongoing accreditation efforts (ICAEL or others) and participate in performance improvement activities.
• Support department compliance and education of staff as indicated.

Education

Degree in ultrasound technology

3-5 years experience as Cardiac Sonographer

Registered Cardiac Sonographer or Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Echo Cardiographer

Job Summary and Qualifications

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What you will do in this role:

• You will be responsible for the accurate performance and coordination of various procedures in the Echocardiology Department, which includes Echocardiograms, vascular work, transesophageal echo, pacemaker analysis and exercise echo
• You will perform two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings for diagnosis of cardiac disease.
• You must have a working knowledge of stress testing and as it relates to the Echocardiology department. Either exercise stress or pharmacological stress
• You will participate in PI activities.
• You will assist with stress testing and other non-invasive cardio diagnostic testing.
• You will assist with other non-invasive cardo diagnostic testing.

What qualifications will you need:

• Degree in ultrasound technology (Cardiac sonography preferred)
• 3-5 years experience as a Cardiac Sonographer required
• Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, or Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Benefits

Doctors Hospital of Augusta, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Doctors Hospital of Augusta, part of HCA Healthcare, is a 350-bed hospital that provides a wide range of medical services. It is known for its 24/7 emergency care, Level II Trauma Center, Burn Center, advanced heart care, and Baby-Friendly maternity services. The hospital also offers surgery, women’s imaging, and a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and it accepts most insurance plans. It is located at 3651 Wheeler Road in Augusta, Georgia.

The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care with a Level II Trauma Center and full stroke care, as well as a nationally recognized Burn Center that is one of the largest in the country and offers advanced wound care. It also delivers advanced heart care for patients experiencing heart attacks. In addition, the hospital supports maternity and women’s health with a Baby-Friendly designation, a Level II NICU, and a certified Women’s Diagnostic Center. Surgical services include specialized care in orthopedic procedures like hip and knee replacements and spinal fusion surgeries. The hospital also operates Doctors Hospital Evans Emergency, a freestanding emergency room that is open 24/7 and provides advanced imaging and lab services.

Doctors Hospital of Augusta has several important accreditations. It is accredited by the American College of Radiology for radiation oncology services and by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program for bariatric surgery. Its inpatient rehabilitation facility is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities in the Central Savannah River Area. The hospital’s laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists, and its Center for Stroke Care is accredited by The Joint Commission. Its electroencephalogram (EEG) laboratory is accredited by the Laboratory Accreditation Board of ABRET.

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