Cardiac Echo Sonographer

Ghost RX is seeking experienced, compassionate Cardiac Echo Sonographers to support the Minneapolis VA Health Care System. This opportunity allows sonographers to deliver high-quality cardiac imaging services to our nation’s Veterans in a collaborative clinical environment. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with immediate starts and both short-term and long-term contract assignments. Local and travel rates are available. Full-time schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please allow 4-6 weeks for credentialing before your start date. GhostRx Inc. is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) that places clinicians at VA and federal healthcare facilities nationwide, with a dedicated credentialing team that handles the federal onboarding process. Qualification and Requirements Current ARDMS (RDCS) or ARRT certification Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association Demonstrated experience performing comprehensive adult echocardiography Excellent communication and patient care skills Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with physicians and other healthcare professionals Preferred: Previous experience in a hospital or Veterans Affairs medical center Preferred: Experience with advanced echocardiography techniques and cardiac ultrasound equipment Preferred: Strong critical thinking and clinical assessment skills Preferred: Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced clinical environment Responsibilities Perform comprehensive transthoracic echocardiograms using standard echocardiographic imaging modalities Apply knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, pathology, and disease processes to diagnostic imaging Explain routine and specialized cardiac ultrasound procedures to patients to promote comfort and cooperation Position patients appropriately and obtain diagnostic-quality images in accordance with established protocols Monitor patient condition during examinations and document relevant clinical observations, including vital signs when appropriate Recognize abnormal cardiac findings and adjust imaging techniques to obtain complete diagnostic studies Perform quantitative cardiac measurements, including left ventricular ejection fraction, valve area and cardiac chamber measurements, pulmonary artery pressure estimates, cardiac output calculations, Doppler gradients, and hemodynamic assessments Identify and document significant cardiac abnormalities accurately Collaborate with cardiologists and other healthcare providers to support timely interpretation and patient care Maintain accurate patient records in accordance with VA policies and departmental standards Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and quality assurance requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr Ghost RX Inc