Echo Tech

With a legacy that spans over 150 years, Bon Secours is a network that is dedicated to providing excellent care through exceptional people. At every level, everyone on our teams have embraced the call to provide compassionate care. Here, you can work with others who share common values, and use your skills to help extend care to all of our communities.

Candidates accepting a Full Time offer of employment by 1/31/2024 are eligible for a $20,000 sign on incentive. Ask your recruiter for details.

Job Summary:

The Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic, non-invasive and invasive cardiac exams on patients using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart. The testing modalities include Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing.

Essential Functions:

Performs diagnostic echocardiography examinations using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart during Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing examinations.
Demonstrates ability to proficiently perform non-invasive and invasive cardiac exams.
Demonstrate knowledge of cardiac anatomy, exam procedures, and interpretation of results.
Prepares and monitors patients before and during procedures.
Utilizes the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information and document any critical findings.
On call hours required.

Education:

Associates degree in an applied health science field with a concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography or other related study (preferred)

Licensure/Certification:

Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (required)
Required credentialed in echocardiography by one of the following organizations:
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

Experience:

Minimum of one year of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer (preferred)
EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience (preferred)
Picture archiving communication system (PACS) experience (preferred)
Many of our opportunities reward your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w/AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more

Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at