Cardiac Sonographer

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures.
• Performs clinical assessment and diagnostic sonography examinations.
• Analyzes sonograms, synthesizes sonographic information and medical history, and communicates findings to the appropriate physician.
• Maintains ultrasound equipment and work area, and maintains adequate supplies.
• Participates in the maintenance of laboratory accreditation.
• Uses independent judgment during the sonographic exam to accurately differentiate between normal and pathologic findings.

Education

• Graduate of a Cardiac\ Vascular Sonographer program required.
• Eligible to sit for the RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) and/or RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International equivalent per the credentialing organization’s requirements.

Work Experience

• One year experience in Adult Cardiac or Vascular sonography required.

Certification/License

• RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) and/or RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
• Must be registered in Echocardiography or Vascular Ultrasound within 18 months of hire.
• BLS through the American Heart Association.

Mental/Physical Requirements

• Requires frequent standing for long periods of time, walking, and lifting up to 150lbs.
• Involves pushing, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.
• Considerable mental concentration for long periods of time.

Working Conditions

• Constant exposure to infectious disease and other hazardous conditions.