Cardiac Sonographer Registered (RCS) - Southside Medical Center
About The Position
The Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic, non-invasive and invasive cardiac examinations using ultrasound equipment to evaluate the heart. Testing modalities include Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing. The role requires proficiency in these examinations, knowledge of cardiac anatomy, procedures, and interpretation of results, and preparation and monitoring of patients before and during procedures. The sonographer uses the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information and document critical findings. On-call hours are required. This is a full-time evening position at Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia, with a scheduled shift of 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. On-call coverage is required twice a week and every fourth weekend.
Requirements
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- Credential in echocardiography from one of the following: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from ARDMS, or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from CCI.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree in an applied health science field with a concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography, or a related study.
- At least one year of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer.
- EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience.
- Picture archiving communication system (PACS) experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform diagnostic echocardiography examinations using ultrasound equipment for Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing.
- Perform non-invasive and invasive cardiac examinations proficiently.
- Apply knowledge of cardiac anatomy, examination procedures, and interpretation of results.
- Prepare and monitor patients before and during procedures.
- Use the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information and document critical findings.
- Provide required on-call coverage.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus opportunity; the posting lists $5,000 and also states eligible full-time hires may qualify for up to $15,000, subject to rules and restrictions. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible.
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
