Echocardiographer

Cardiac & Vascular Sonographer/EchocardiographerMon-Fri 8:30 am-5:00 pmFT 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, NYPosition 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.EducationMinimum:Completion of training at an AMA-approved school in UltrasoundPreferred:Bachelor of Science degreeRegistered Specialist (Ultrasound) with an additional year of training at an AMA-approved programLicenseAs required by New York State and departmental standardsProfessional CertificationsMinimum:BLS certification required through the RQI system during clinical orientationRCS or RDCS credentialedRegistry eligible in cardiac ultrasoundWork ExperienceMinimum:Two years of cardiac and/or vascular ultrasound experiencePreferred:Arrhythmia experience