Job description

At VHC Health we are looking for a new Cardiac Sonographer to join our work family! The Cardiac Sonographer assists with performing different modalities of cardiac ultrasound imaging exams for inpatients and outpatients. Responsibilities include performing echocardiograms, stress echoes and intra-operative echocardiograms. This team member will assist the Cardiologist with standard transesophageal echocardiograms, and intra-operative transesophageal echocardiograms performed in the cath lab for structural heart cases. The knowledge to discern and effectively report critical findings is required. Other responsibilities include typing preliminary reports, TEE probe cleaning, and other duties as delegated. Must have efficient computer skills. Must be able to communicate effectively.

Come join a hospital dedicated to you and your career!

VHC Health is a 453-bed not-for-profit nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ for the 10th year in a row and has ranked Number 2 in “Best Hospitals” in the Washington, DC area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients

Qualifications

• Degree or Certificate in Echocardiography or Degree in Non-Invasive Technology required.
• One year of Hospital-based Echocardiography experience required.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) to be obtained within 12 months of employment.
• American Heart Association BLS Certification.
• One year of Intra-operative/Structural Heart Echo & TEE assistance experience preferred.
• One year of 3D and Strain Imaging knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of the approved clinical protocols for each type of cardiovascular ultrasound examination performed as listed: Echocardiogram, Stress Echocardiogram-pharmacologic and exercise, Transesophageal echo.
• Maintains cleanliness and neatness of equipment and work area.
• Reviews the patient's clinical history fully to identify the purpose of the examination and select appropriate protocol.
• Consistently processes exams on EMR and other programs according to department protocol.
• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of ultrasound physics, instrumentation, tissue characteristics, and measurements of blood flow, including the biological effects of ultrasound.
• Recognizes normal and abnormal cardiovascular structure, function, and hemodynamics.

Benefits:

• Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice.
• Paid Major Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Undergraduate Student Loan Repayment
• Overtime Pay, Call Pay, Preceptor, Charge and Call Back Pay Eligible
• Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training
• Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible
• Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts
• Employee Wellness Benefits
• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family
• VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy
• VHC Retirement Program
• Workforce Enhancement Program
• Work/Life Discounts Program
• Free onsite parking
• Commuter Benefits
• Family Leave
• 401(k) + Match
• and much more!

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Job Types: Full-time, PRN

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Hospital-based Echocardiography: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RCS or RDCS (Required)
• Degree in Echocardiograph or Non-Invasive Technology (Required)

Work Location: In person

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