Full time
Weekends Only (United States of America)
1906 Belleview Ave SE - Roanoke
R161120 Registered Sonographer (Echo)- weekends (Open)
New hire sign on bonus of up to $30,000 and up to $7,000 in relocation assistance is available.
This is for a Weekend position working Saturday, Sunday, and Monday 7:00am-7:30pm. No on call shifts.
Come join the Cardiovascular Institute (CVI) at Carilion Clinic, where we offer state of the art technology in the area’s only Level 1 Trauma Center Carilion’s Cardiovascular Institute (CVI). Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital is nestled in the beautiful Roanoke Valley in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, where you will enjoy hundreds of outdoor adventures, vibrant arts and cultural activities, and a broad range of live music venues.
We are a diverse and inclusive team of 15+ sonographers that pride ourselves on quality, teamwork and the pursuit of knowledge.
Competitive compensation
Tuition reimbursement
Pension plan & 403B
Referral bonus opportunities
Abundant opportunities for CMEs
Quarterly on-call bonus opportunities
Job duties and responsibilities to include: 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.
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)
Experience: Experienced sonographer with hospital-based experience preferred, but new registered graduates are encouraged to apply
Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Registered Cardiac Sonographer - ARDMS/CCI in adult echo, BLS required.
The Registered Sonographer
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.
Education: Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program required, or completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program with documented ultrasound training required.
Experience: None.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: 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.
Other Minimum Qualifications: 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.
This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Compensation Range:
$33.52 - $50.28
Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.
Recruiter:
JASON BISHOP
Recruiter Email:
jabishop1@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
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