Penn State Health - St Joseph Regional

Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 0.90
Shift: Day
Hours: 7:30a - 5:00p

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

***$7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS - eligible to those that qualify***

The Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic echocardiograms/stress tests abiding by all rules, policies and procedures with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical center, state, local and federal mandates. He/she performs diagnostic procedures according to the patient's needs through the attending physician's request. A high degree of proficiency, accuracy and customer service skills are required to provide excellent service to the customer base in an on-going consistent manner while exercising good judgment in performance of procedures and providing good patient care.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma or equivalent

ARDMS or CCI Registry eligible at time of hire and required within 6 months of hire

Must obtain BLS certification within 6 months from hire

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate Degree preferred

Two years of cardiac ultrasound work experience preferred

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

American Heart Association "BLS" Provider certification required

RDCS Certification from ARDMS (American Registry of Diagnostic Medial Sonographers) or RCS Certification from CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) required

Penn State Health Offers an exceptional benefit package including but not limited to: 

Affordable Healthcare Premiums and low deductibles 

7 paid holidays 

Generous time off package 

Tuition reimbursement 

Flexible shift schedule 

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, martial status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

About Penn State Health

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