Cardiac Sonographer

Valley Health System • Winchester, VA

3d

About The Position

The Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing echocardiographic techniques/procedures which assist physicians in the diagnosis of medical conditions in patients. This position requires participation in call rotation and call-back testing. Education Graduate of a 2–4-year Allied Health training program required. Experience Two (2) years training experience in cardiac sonography (echocardiography) preferred. Recent graduates of accredited sonography programs are encouraged to apply. Certification & Licensures BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required Requires registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS). New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. Qualifications Must be available for participation in call rotation and call back testing. Must have the physical, mental and technical skills necessary to perform diagnostic testing of all ages, neonatal through adult, as required. Ability to communicate with physicians, peers and patients on a professional and technical level. FLSA Classification Non-exempt Physical Demands 17 A Medical Technician/Other Technicians/Assistants

Requirements

• Graduate of a 2–4-year Allied Health training program required.
• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required
• Requires registry by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS).
• New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
• Must be available for participation in call rotation and call back testing.
• Must have the physical, mental and technical skills necessary to perform diagnostic testing of all ages, neonatal through adult, as required.
• Ability to communicate with physicians, peers and patients on a professional and technical level.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years training experience in cardiac sonography (echocardiography) preferred.
• Recent graduates of accredited sonography programs are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• performing echocardiographic techniques/procedures which assist physicians in the diagnosis of medical conditions in patients
• participation in call rotation
• participation in call-back testing

Benefits

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• health savings account
• flexible spending account for childcare
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability
• professional development
• discounts to on-campus dining

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree