Play a pivotal role in advancing cardiovascular care at one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers. As an Echo Cardiac Sonographer at UVA Health, your expertise directly contributes to life-saving diagnoses and the success of a nationally recognized Heart & Vascular Center.
In this highly specialized role, you will deliver high-quality echocardiographic imaging that informs complex clinical decisions. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will help drive exceptional patient outcomes while contributing to a program known for innovation, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
The Role
As a Cardiac Sonographer in the Echocardiography Lab, you will operate at the intersection of advanced imaging technology and patient-centered care. This is a dynamic, fast-paced clinical environment where precision, collaboration, and adaptability are essential.
On a typical day, you will:
You will encounter a wide range of cases, from routine diagnostic studies to complex cardiovascular conditions, reflective of UVA Health's role as atertiary referral center serving patients across the region.
Why UVA Health
UVA Health offers a practice environment where your work is both meaningful and forward-thinking. As part of the Heart & Vascular Center, you will contribute to nationally recognized programs and a culture committed to innovation, excellence, and patient outcomes.
Nationally recognized cardiovascular programs , with multiple areas rated "high performing" by U.S. News & World Report, including heart attack, heart failure, and cardiac surgery
A collaborative, academic environment where you work alongsideleading physicians, educators, and researchers
A culture that emphasizespatient-centered care , ensuring patients are informed, supported, and actively engaged in their treatment journey
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Must meet the education requirement for Echocardiography Sonographer certification with either CCI or ARDMS; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Experience: No experience required; 2 years relevant experience preferred
Licensure: RCS or RDCS with CCI or RCVT with ARDMS certification within 12 months of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, and traveling, driving (occasionally for outreach clinics); reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: Manipulation of ultrasound transducer. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 100lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, radiation, and blood/body fluids disease.
The pay rate for this role is $72.00 hourly. This position is compensated at a fixed rate. Compensation is established in accordance with the position's approved pay structure.
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .
