Cardiac Sonographer

Cardiac SonographerAnsible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently seeking Cardiac Sonographers to support the VA San Diego Healthcare System. Selected Technicians will support all aspects of cardiac ultrasonography in the medical center.Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in the fields of national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers' success as if it is their own. Position pays: $63-$69/hr.Responsibilities include:Providing the overall knowledge and understanding of normal/abnormal cardiac anatomy and pathophysiology including ability to analyze echocardiograms to detect abnormalities of LV wall motion and overall cardiac function, prosthetic valve function, presence of cardiac anomalies, awareness of findings relative to cardiothoracic surgical repairs and facility with pressure gradients/valve area calculationsUnderstanding the indications to use echocardiographic contrast (ie. Definity) and are able to give contrast per the VA ProtocolDetermining what measurements are needed for regurgitant lesions and know how to obtain good quality images (ie. PISA, continuity equation measurements)Maintaining adequate supplies and equipment for the Echocardiography LaboratoryKnowledge of Joint Commission and other regulatory requirementsAbility to communicate effectively and professionally with employees at varying levelsAbility to provide, or provide for, staff development and trainingQualifications include:Completion of formal training program in dysrhythmia recognition and hold certification from such a course prior to performing cardiac Contract Monitor Technician services.Minimum Experience – 3 years experience (excluding training)Holds and maintains an active AHA BLS certificationMust be able to accomplish routine work with minimum oversight; required to perform duties on own initiativeNo sponsorship availableAll candidates must be able to:Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shiftLift up to 50 lbs from floor to waistLift up to 20 lbsCarry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distancePush/pull with 30 lbs of forceAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.