The Echocardiographer specializes in performing diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the heart, working closely with cardiologists to evaluate heart structures, functions, and blood flow for cardiovascular condition diagnosis and treatment. Team members are expected to perform about 7 exams per day, including various specific echo procedures.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma (Associate Degree preferred) and hold at least one of the required certifications (RDCS, RCCS, RCS, or ACS), along with a current BLS certification. Experience performing specific advanced echo procedures and strong communication skills are mandatory.
City/State Harrisonburg, VA Work Shift Rotating Overview
Sentara Rockingham Memorial Hospital is hiring an Echocardiographer for the Cardiac service line non-invasive lab. This is a Part time, day shift/rotating position in Harrisonburg, Va. Sign on Bonus of up to $10,000 for qualified candidates.
Hours
Monday – Friday, day shift, with call every 7th week to include the weekend. The echocardiographer is off the preceding Friday and following Monday of their call weekend. The Echocardiographer must live within a 30-minute drive of the hospital for call purposes. 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. The Sentara RMH Medical Center echocardiography lab is considered high volume with close to 9,500 procedures performed annually. The lab works closely with our invasive cardiology (structural heart, electrophysiology, diagnostic/interventional cath) and cardiothoracic surgery services. Each Team member is expected to perform about 7 exams per day.
Specific exams include: adult 2D and 3D transthoracic and transesophageal echo, myocardial strain, contrast (DEFINITY), agitated saline (bubble study), exercise stress echo and dobutamine stress echo. Preliminary reports are generated in ProSolv (Structured Report SW Application). Clinical equipment include state of the art Philips Epic ultrasound systems and EPIC (electronic medical record). Both inpatient and outpatient echo services are located on the Sentara RMH Medical Center main campus within the non-invasive cardiology lab. Education High School Diploma required , Associate 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
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Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met Sentara RMH Medical Center, a Magnet designated hospital located in Harrisonburg VA, serves a seven-county area with a population of 218,000 residents, employing 2600 locals. The 238-bed community hospital has been serving Harrisonburg, Rockingham County and surrounding areas since 1912, then partnered with the Sentara Health System in May of 2011. Sentara RMH features the RMH Hahn Cancer Center, a state-of-the-art center equipped with the latest cancer fighting technologies available in the nation administrating more than 18,000 cancer treatments. With 1800 delivered babies, 60,000 emergency patients and 21,000 surgical procedures, Sentara has a position for you. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community. Our Caring Workplace Environment
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