Registered Cardiac Sonographer

About the Role

The Registered Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing cardiac studies on patients that support treatment and diagnosis of cardiac disease. This role involves conducting, recording, and reporting Echocardiography procedures using advanced techniques. The sonographer must demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in every interaction with patients, families, visitors, and colleagues, regardless of cultural background.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete cardiac ultrasound studies in compliance with guidelines set by the American Society of Echocardiography and IAC, including evaluation of 4 cardiac valves and chambers.
• Evaluate study results, making preliminary reports of normal and abnormal findings, including qualitative calculations of valve function and chamber pressure as indicated.
• Assess patient history to determine past and current cardiac status, identifying factors contributing to cardiac disease.
• Maintain Quality Assurance of studies and equipment function.
• Pursue continuing education to ensure the provision of complete diagnostic studies.
• Participate in technical training for Cardiovascular Trainee education.
• Maintain and distribute accurate records of completed studies to physicians and patient floors.
• Notify interpreting cardiologists of emergency situations based on cardiac ultrasound findings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited (or accreditation-eligible) cardiovascular ultrasound degree program and/or qualifying experience in accordance with IAC guidelines.
• Registered in non-invasive imaging with active status registry from ARDMS or CCI. New graduates have 1 year after graduating to obtain registry.

Skills

• Advanced use of Doppler techniques (continuous wave, pulse, color flow).
• Ability to provide professional preliminary reports.

Experience

At least 2 years of experience is required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules.
• Retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs.
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility.

Schedule

40 hours per week.

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt