Position:

Sonographer I Schedule:

Full Time, Part Time & PRN Organization:

Centra Health Facility:

Lynchburg General Hospital, Bedford Memorial Hospital, Gretna Medical Center, Langhorne Medical Center & Stroobants Cardiology Center Location:

Lynchburg, VA Bedford, VA Gretna, VA Bonus Eligible:

Up to $25K for experienced Sonographers in a full-time position! Must have 2 years or more experience to qualify! Certain locations only!

About Centra Health:

Set in the heart of Central Virginia, Centra Health is a regional, nonprofit healthcare system including a network of hospitals and medical centers, as well as various specialty and primary care practices located along the Blue Ridge. At Centra, providing excellence in patient care, utilizing the latest evidence-based research, and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of our belief system. Centra is home to the Central Virginia Center for Simulation and Virtual Learning , the only center in Virginia that offers a full range of simulation experiences. We want to partner with you to live your best life. At Centra, we want to listen carefully and get to know you well. We want to understand your hopes, goals and dreams. As a candidate considering employment with our organization, we want you to understand that it is our mission to help partner with you throughout each stage of your career.

Description:

Autonomously performs complex diagnostic ultrasound imaging procedures for patients of all ages, under the supervision of qualified physicians for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Diagnostic sonographers take the initiative to confirm the imaging orders for completeness and accuracy. Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity. Responsible for contacting the ordering physician if an inadequate reason for test is supplied. Sonographers utilize advanced knowledge to perform diagnostic procedures (inpatient and outpatient settings, including portable and O.R. examinations) by producing, assessing, and evaluating ultrasound images and related data. Sonographers are required to exercise independent judgment in the interpretation and analysis of exams and provide a preliminary diagnosis of the technical findings to the physician

Qualifications:

Required Education :

Associated Degree or completion of a Certification Program in Ultrasonography, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, or Radiology upon hire of an accredited sonography program and/or ARDMS registered (or registry eligible) in the areas of abdomen, obstetrics/gynecology (OB/GYN), vascular technology (RVT) or Cardiac echo (RDCS). Registry eligible candidates must become ARDMS or registered in abdomen within 6 months of employment

OR ARDMS/ CCI

registered in adult echo or vascular within 1 year of employment.

Required Certifications and Licensures :

Certified as a Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) or RDCS by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within 1 year of employment. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification from American Heart Association or the American Red Cross. When recruiting and retaining talent at Centra, our hiring needs are based on matching a candidate's job qualifications with our job requirements and department needs without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Centra is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Be yourself. Be a partner with Centra.

Pay:

$31.88 - $47.82 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Relocation assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person