Registered Sonographer (Echo)- weekends

Carilion Medical Center•Roanoke, VA

1d•$34 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Carilion Clinic is seeking a Registered Sonographer specializing in Echocardiography for a full-time, weekend-only position. This role is part of the Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center located in the scenic Roanoke Valley. The team consists of over 15 sonographers dedicated to quality, teamwork, and continuous learning. The position offers a sign-on bonus of up to $30,000 and relocation assistance of up to $7,000. The work schedule is Saturday, Sunday, and Monday from 7:00 am to 7:30 pm, with no on-call shifts required.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program required, or completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with documented ultrasound training required.
Current ARDMS or ARRT Sonography certification in an applicable specialty area required. Specialty areas may include Abdomen, OB/GYN, Breast, Vascular, or Neurosonography.
AHA BLS-HCP certification required.
Effective interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills required.
Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate patient care and maintain confidentiality.
Basic computer skills required.
Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and function effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Registered Cardiac Sonographer - ARDMS/CCI in adult echo, BLS required.

Nice To Haves

Experienced sonographer with hospital-based experience preferred, but new registered graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations utilizing specialized imaging equipment to obtain high-quality images for interpretation by a physician.
Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients of all ages.
Reviews patient history and physician orders to ensure appropriate examination protocols are performed.
Evaluates, positions, and monitors patients during procedures while maintaining patient comfort, privacy, and safety.
Operates, maintains, and performs quality assurance checks on ultrasound equipment according to departmental and accreditation standards.
Recognizes normal and abnormal anatomical findings and obtains appropriate diagnostic images to support accurate interpretation.
Documents procedures and patient information accurately within the electronic medical record and imaging systems.
Performs duties associated with patient processing, which may include scheduling, registration, documentation, file management, and computer processing activities.
Complies with all Carilion Clinic, departmental, regulatory, and accreditation standards, policies, and procedures.
Participates in performance improvement, quality assurance, and patient safety initiatives.
Assists with orientation, training, and education of students and new staff as assigned.
Maintains professional knowledge and technical competency through continuing education and ongoing professional development.
Performs Transthoracic echocardiograms, Transesophageal echocardiograms, Contrast and agitated saline studies, Clinical trials and research, Low dose Dobutamine stress testing for aortic stenosis, Cardiac surgery OR procedures.
Performs Cardiac structural procedures to include: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR), Transcatheter mitral valve repair (MitraClip), Left atrial appendage closure (Watchman), PFO and ASD closure, Impella left ventricular support device, Left ventricular remodeling (clinical trial).