Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS/Echo Tech)

Purpose of Position

Cardiac sonographers perform imaging of the heart to evaluate its structure and function.

Responsibilities

• Review patient medical history, clinical indications, physician notes and prior cardiac imaging studies
• Obtaining high-quality diagnostic images, Doppler data and myocardial strain imaging (GLS) for evaluation of cardiac anatomy, function, valvular disease and hemodynamics
• Identify abnormal findings and cardiac pathology
• Administer ultrasound enhancing agent as needed per established protocols
• Assisting cardiologists during Transesophageal Echocardiogram (TEE)
• Performing advanced imaging techniques including three-dimensional (3D) echocardiogram
• Documenting technical findings and preparing preliminary report for physician interpretation
• Complete appropriate billing of exam and contrast as applicable
• Adhere to IAC echocardiography imaging standards
• Maintains professional growth and development through approved seminars, workshops and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise
• Perform other work-related duties as requested/directed

Qualifications

• Requires current credentials from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing (CCI)
• Must meet at least one of the following qualifications: (RDCS) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or (RCS) Registered Cardiac Sonographer
• Current Basic Life Support certification (Preferred)
• Two (2) years of clinical experience. New grads from an accredited sonography program will be considered
• Physical and mental health appropriate to the demands of the position

Schedule

30 hrs. per week, Rot. Days/Eves, Mon-Fri, 10-hour shifts, 6a-4p, 7a-5p, or 8a-6p, Rot. Weekends & Holidays.

Pay

Hourly hiring pay range: $39.35 – $57.32

Organization: Cape Cod Hospital
Primary Location: Massachusetts-Hyannis
Department: CCH-Diagnostic Cardiology