What are the responsibilities and job description for the Echocardiographer position at Sentara Health?
Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring an Echocardiographer for the Cardiac service line non-invasive lab. This is a full time, day shift position in Suffolk, VA with required call.
Open to new graduates and experienced candidates.
Sign on Bonus of up to $20,000 for qualified candidates.
Hours: 8- or 9-hour shifts between 7am -430pm M-F and coverage for 1 weekend every 3 weeks: 7am -11am. Call is every 9th week for a 1-week period. (M-F 4:30pm to 7am and weekend call - 11am to 7am)
About the department:
The Echocardiography Department is a 6-person well-established, non-invasive lab team performing approximately 25 echocardiograms daily total, including inpatient and outpatient studies. Each echocardiographer can expect to see about 7 studies per day average. The department is open to both new graduates and experienced candidates, offering a supportive environment led by a manager recognized with the ACE award, emphasizing quality, stability, and professional growth.
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.
Education
High School Diploma required
Associate or Trade School Degree preferred
Certification/Licensure
Candidates must have at least one of the four certifications (RDCS, RCCS, RCS, or ACS)
BLS required
Experience
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
Acute experience preferred
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Keywords: Echo, Echocardiographer, Cardiac Sonographer, RCS, RCDS, Sonographer