Echocardiographer

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Hampton, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

Sentara Careplex Hospital in Hampton, VA seeks a dedicated Echocardiographer to join the Noninvasive Lab on a full-time, day shift. The role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the heart, with call responsibilities and rotating weekends.

Responsibilities include two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiograms, transesophageal studies, pharmacological stress tests, and completing reports in the structured report system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program (Associate's or Bachelor's in Cardiovascular Technology) or equivalent education, in accordance with IAC Guidelines.
• Adult echocardiography registry (RCCS, RCS or RDCS) within 12 months of hire.
• ACLS not required for hire but must obtain within 90 days.
• BLS Certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs two dimensional echocardiograms, Doppler echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms and pharmacological stress echocardiograms to evaluate heart and vessel abnormalities.
• Completes the technologist report in the structured report application.

Skills

Echocardiography

Cardiac imaging

Ultrasound

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Cardiovascular Technology

Tools

Structured report software

Job description

Sentara Careplex Hospital in Hampton, VA, is seeking a dedicated Echocardiographer to join our Noninvasive Lab team in a full-time, day shift position.

Up to $10,000 Sign on Bonus Available to Qualified Candidates!

Hours

• Monday - Friday: 7am-3:30pm or 8am-4:30pm, along with call and working every 5th week - off Friday prior to weekend call, but work Sat and Sun 8a-12pm, on call from 12p-8am, and then on call Sunday from 12pm-6am.

Overview

An Echocardiographer, also known as a cardiac sonographer, specializes in performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the heart. These professionals work closely with cardiologists to evaluate heart structures, functions, and blood flow, aiding in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. Performs two dimensional echocardiograms, Doppler echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms and pharmacological stress echocardiograms to evaluate heart and vessel abnormalities for the evaluation of heart disease and blood flow abnormalities. Completes the technologist report in the structured report application.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program (Associate's or Bachelor's in Cardiovascular Technology) or equivalent education, in accordance with IAC Guidelines

Certification/Licensure

• Adult echocardiography registry (RCCS, RCS or RDCS) within 12 months of hire
• ACLS not required for hire but must obtain within 90 days
• BLS Certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire

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