Echocardiographer

sentara; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 88,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus up to $20,000

Shift differential & on-call pay

Education assistance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

Sentara RMH Medical Center in Harrisonburg, VA seeks an Echocardiographer for the non-invasive Cardiac Lab. This full-time, day-shift role includes weekend on-call every 7th week and requires living within 30 minutes of the hospital.

The echocardiography lab performs about 9,500 examinations annually with a focus on adult 2D/3D echo, Doppler, and transesophageal studies. ProSolv reports and Philips EPIC systems are used. A high standard of patient care and teamwork is expected.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program (or equivalent education) in accordance with IAC Guidelines.
• Certification in echocardiography (RDCS/RCS/RCCS/ACS) and BLS required.
• 1 year of experience preferred; adult 2D/3D echoes and stress echo experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform two-dimensional and Doppler echocardiograms, transesophageal and pharmacological stress echoes.
• Complete structured reports using ProSolv; maintain accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with cardiology and invasive labs; ensure high-quality imaging and patient care.

Education

RDCS

RCCS

RCS

ACS

BLS

Job description

City/State Harrisonburg, VA

Work Shift Multiple shifts available

Overview:

Sentara RMH Medical Center is hiring an Echocardiographer for the Cardiac service line non-invasive lab. This is a full time, day shift position in Harrisonburg, Va.

Sign on Bonus of up to $20,000 for qualified candidates.

Hours : Monday - Friday, day shift, with call every 7th week to include the weekend. The echocardiographer is off the preceding Friday and following Monday of their call weekend. The Echocardiographer must live within a 30-minute drive of the hospital for call purposes.

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. Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program (or equivalent education) in accordance with IAC Guidelines.

The Sentara RMH Medical Center echocardiography lab is considered high volume with close to 9,500 procedures performed annually. The lab works closely with our invasive cardiology (structural heart, electrophysiology, diagnostic/interventional cath) and cardiothoracic surgery services. Each Team member is expected to perform about 7 exams per day. Specific exams include: adult 2D and 3D transthoracic and transesophageal echo, myocardial strain, contrast (DEFINITY), agitated saline (bubble study), exercise stress echo and dobutamine stress echo. Preliminary reports are generated in ProSolv (Structured Report SW Application). Clinical equipment include state of the art Philips Epic ultrasound systems and EPIC (electronic medical record). Both inpatient and outpatient echo services are located on the Sentara RMH Medical Center main campus within the non-invasive cardiology lab.

Education

High School Diploma required with experience and certification required, Associate Degree preferred

Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program (or equivalent education) in accordance with IAC Guidelines.

Certification/Licensure

• Candidates must have at least one of the four certifications (RDCS, RCCS, RCS, or ACS)
• BLS required

Experience

• 1 year of experience preferred
• adult 2D and 3D transthoracic and transesophageal echo, myocardial strain, contrast (DEFINITY), agitated saline (bubble study), exercise stress echo and dobutamine stress echo required
• Communication with patients and providers required
• provide accurate diagnostic information required
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of echocardiographic techniques, equipment, and industry standards required

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Keywords: Echo, Sonographer, RDCS, RCS, Echocardiographer, RCCS, Diagnostic Sonographer

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $42.23 - $62.80 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs.

Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career

• Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance - $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down - $10,000
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.

Sentara RMH Medical Center , a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-