Job Description

Job Description

Martinsville, VA.

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come to work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Licensed for 220 beds, SOVAH Health – Martinsville is a full-service, acute-care hospital providing over 22 medical specialties. Among the services we offer are a home health & hospice agency, advanced wound healing center, cardiac rehabilitation center, two cardiac catheterization labs, and medical & radiation oncology services.

Where We Are:

In Martinsville, explore culture and arts; enjoy kayaking or hiking and so much more in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the river to the racetrack, we offer plenty of activities to guarantee that you and your family have a fun-filled time!

Why Choose Us:

· Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

· Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

· Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

· Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

· Professional development, Growth Opportunities, and Mentor-based training

· And much more…

Position Summary:

Sovah Martinsville is seeking a fulltime Cardiac Sonographer under the general guidance of physicians/providers who perform a variety of diagnostic ultrasonographic procedures. Primarily responsible for performing a variety of imaging procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative while operating diagnostic imaging equipment.

• Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices.
• Maintains equipment and supplies and organizes work area.
• Receives patients, explains the method of procedure, and makes sure the patient is comfortable.
• Provides patient services to all ages using imaging modalities.
• Keeps accurate records, helps with scheduling of the ultrasound, and keeps patient flow smooth.
• Assures appropriate orders are obtained and followed during the performance of all procedures.
• Verifies patient identification before performing any procedure.

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Minimum Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Program in Radiologic Technology or Sonographic Technology required.

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Required Skills:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  Requires flexibility in scheduling and ability to work all shift patterns including weekends and holidays to ensure appropriateness and continuity of care for the patients of Sovah Health Martinsville.

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Required  Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association (AHA) required.
• The American Radiologic Diagnostic Medical Sonography Registry (ARDMS) is required within one year of hire.
  

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Minimum Work Experience:

• Knowledgeable of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
• The job may require 1 to 6 months of on-the-job training to develop expertise and familiarization with equipment.

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EEOC Statement:

SOVAH Health - Martinsville is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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