Echocardiographer III

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Chesapeake, Virginia, is seeking an Echocardiographer III (Cardiac Sonographer) to perform cardiac diagnostic testing and examinations. The successful candidate will assess patients and utilize echocardiographic skills to provide accurate diagnostic results.

The role requires at least one year of experience in non-invasive cardiology and certification in cardiac ultrasound. Responsibilities include patient preparation, conducting tests, and maintaining departmental quality assurance standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in non-invasive cardiology.
• At least 2 years experience in cardiac ultrasound.
• Certification as a registered cardiac ultrasound sonographer.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac diagnostic testing and examinations.
• Prepare patients for testing, explaining procedures.
• Utilize Doppler probe to gather diagnostic information.
• Maintain department policies and quality assurance.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and supply levels.

Skills

Echocardiography

Patient care

Diagnostic testing

Doppler procedures

Quality assurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree

Job description

Summary

The Echocardiographer III (Cardiac Sonographer) is responsible for performing cardiac diagnostic testing and other related examinations for patients as directed according to established standards and practices. The Echocardiographer III applies knowledge in echocardiography to evaluate a patient’s problem, distinguishing between a normal and abnormal study.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Demonstrate competency in assessing, treating, and/or providing care for patients of all ages
• Prepare patients for testing, explaining the procedure and assuring patient cooperation during testing
• Perform 2-dimensional, M-mode, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Doppler procedures
• Measure all heart chamber sizes, including wall thickness and valve openings
• Recognize abnormalities during testing, focusing on areas of specific concern
• Utilize the Doppler probe (pulsed and continuous wave) to gather diagnostic information, as well as calculate valvular gradients, valve orifices, and pressure halftimes
• Maintain established department policies, procedures, and objectives regarding quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control
• Assist with the care and maintenance of department equipment and supplies; maintain stock levels of supplies and materials, document maintenance, and call for maintenance when needed
• Assist with Holter application/scanning and/or other clerical duties
• Conduct in-services and meetings as directed
• Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
• Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care

Education And Experience

Minimum Required Education: High school diploma, or equivalent; successful completion of an accredited allied health program with specialty in adult echocardiography

Preferred Education: Associate Degree

Experience: One or more years in non-invasive cardiology, and 2+ years in cardiac ultrasound

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Applicant must be certified to work as a registered cardiac ultrasound sonographer, CCI or ARDMS. BLS certification is required.