Medical Echocardiagram (ECHO) Sonographer

CVP is seeking Medical Echocardiagram Sonographer Technicians to join our team in providing our Nation's Veterans with cardiology services at the VA Puget Sound Healthcare System. We are hiring for positions at three locations: Seattle VA Campus, Everett CBOC, and American Lake VA Campus. These are full-time, on-site positions.

Schedule: 

Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM 

Locations: American Lake VA Campus: 9600 Veterans Drive SW, Tacoma, WA 98493 

As an Echo Sonographer Technician, you will perform echocardiogram studies for Veterans at the VA Puget Sound Healthcare System. You will be responsible for conducting various cardiac diagnostic procedures including Echocardiograms, Stress Testing, Treadmill Testing, Bubble Studies, and Definity Studies. This position requires expertise in cardiac imaging and a commitment to providing high-quality care to our Veterans. 

• Perform cardiac ultrasound examinations including transthoracic echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and other specialized cardiac imaging studies 
• Conduct Stress Testing, Treadmill Testing, Bubble Studies, and Definity Studies 
• Obtain and record patient medical history relevant to the examination 
• Prepare patients for procedures and explain examination processes 
• Position patients properly to obtain optimal diagnostic images 
• Operate GE Ultrasound System equipment and related technology 
• Perform calculation methods for the delivery of prescribed doses 
• Document findings and maintain accurate patient records in VA electronic systems 
• Verify the mathematical accuracy of all calculations using established protocols 
• Adhere to American Society of Echocardiography standards and guidelines 
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow all VA privacy protocols 
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and maintain technical competency 
• Comply with all VA policies, procedures, and safety protocols 

• Ability to successfully undergo a Government sponsored background investigation (US Citizenship Required) 
• Registration as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) 
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification 
• Proficiency with GE Ultrasound Systems 
• Experience performing various cardiac diagnostic procedures including Echocardiograms, Stress Testing, Treadmill Testing, Bubble Studies, and Definity Studies 
• Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology 
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team 
• Experience with electronic medical records systems 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Prior experience working in a VA healthcare setting 
• Advanced certifications in cardiac ultrasound specialties 
• Experience with VA's Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) 

About CVP

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