Echocardiographer

Cardiac & Vascular Sonographer/Echocardiographer

Mon-Fri 8:30 am-5:00 pm

FT 80 hours per pay period (biweekly)

This position is split equally between Geneva General Hospital, Geneva NY and Soldiers and Sailors Memorial Hospital in Penn Yan, NY

Position Summary

Under the clinical direction of the Cardiology Coordinator, the Cardiac & Vascular Sonographer performs cardiac ultrasound and/or vascular ultrasound procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures. This role conducts patient interviews, performs diagnostic studies, makes preliminary assessments of test data, and prepares studies for physician interpretation. The sonographer works closely with physicians and the Cardiology Coordinator to ensure accurate, high-quality, and timely test results. The sonographer provides care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Qualifications

Education

Minimum

• Completion of training at an AMA-approved school in Ultrasound

Preferred

• Bachelor of Science degree
• Registered Specialist (Ultrasound) with an additional year of training at an AMA-approved program

License

• As required by New York State and departmental standards

Professional Certifications

Minimum

• BLS certification required through the RQI system during clinical orientation
• RCS or RDCS credentialed
• Registry eligible in cardiac ultrasound

Work Experience

Minimum

• Two years of cardiac and/or vascular ultrasound experience

Preferred

• Arrhythmia experience