The Echocardiographer performs diagnostic ultrasound examinations of the heart, including two-dimensional, Doppler, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms. They work closely with cardiologists to evaluate heart structures, functions, and blood flow to aid in the diagnosis of cardiovascular conditions.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited echocardiography program and obtain an adult echocardiography registry certification within 12 months of hire. BLS certification is required within 90 days of starting the position.
City/State Virginia Beach, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview
Sentara Cardiology Specialists is now seeking a Full-Time Echocardiographer.
Position
Status:
Full-time,
Day
Shift
Position
Location:
SMG
Cardiology
Spec
Virginia
Beach
Standard
Working
Hours: 7:30
AM - 4: 00 PM, Monday - Friday *
A $20,000 sign-on bonus is available for all eligible candidates *
Overview 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. Performs two dimensional echocardiograms, Doppler echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms and pharmacological stress echocardiograms to evaluate heart and vessel abnormalities for the evaluation of heart disease and blood flow abnormalities. Completes the technologist report in the structured report application. Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program (or equivalent education) in accordance with IAC Guidelines. Adult echocardiography registry (RCCS or RCS or RDCS) within in 12 months of hire. BLS Certification must be obtained within 90 days of hire. Education Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program (or equivalent education) in accordance with IAC Guidelines Certification/Licensure Adult echocardiography registry (RCCS or
RCS or
RDCS)
Experience
Related experience preferred
Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career
Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Benefits
Sick leave
Paid time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Tuition assistance
Pet insurance
Dental plan
Annual discretionary bonus
Critical illness plans
Adoption reimbursement
Certification reimbursement
Surrogacy reimbursement
Medical plan
Vision plan
Family caregiver leave
Emergency backup care
Legal resources plan
Fertility reimbursement
Student debt pay down
401k/403b with employer match
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met. Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves. In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment. For positions that are available as remote work,
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