Cardiac Sonographer I
About The Position
The Cardiac Sonographer performs echocardiographic techniques and procedures to assist physicians in diagnosing medical conditions. The position performs cardiac ultrasound, echocardiography using contrast when needed, and stress echocardiography, including stress monitoring, pre- and post-exercise imaging, and processing digital images for physician review. The sonographer explains procedures to patients, prepares patients and equipment, reviews patient records and orders, collects pertinent clinical information, performs appropriate assessments, and documents findings. The role identifies technical issues, abnormal results, and serious abnormalities that may need to be reported promptly; maintains supplies and equipment; and assists with procedures introduced through new technology.
Requirements
- Graduate of a 2–4-year Allied Health training program.
- Registry as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS, or as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) through CCI. Graduates of the Valley Health System Sonography Program have 12 months from hire to obtain certification or registration.
- American Heart Association-approved BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider certification; new hires must have the appropriate AHA certification before completing orientation.
- Physical, mental, and technical skills necessary to perform diagnostic testing of adult cardiovascular patients.
- Ability to communicate professionally and technically with physicians, peers, and patients.
Nice To Haves
- Two years of training experience in cardiac sonography (echocardiography).
Responsibilities
- Obtain diagnostic echocardiographic recordings and images according to established procedures, including cardiac ultrasound and echocardiography using contrast when appropriate.
- Perform stress echocardiography, including stress monitoring, obtaining pre- and post-exercise images, and processing digital images for physician review.
- Explain procedures to patients and provide necessary instructions.
- Prepare patients for procedures, including taking vital signs, attaching monitoring equipment, and preparing diagnostic equipment.
- Review patient records and verify the correct order and test indication before beginning testing; obtain clinical information relevant to the examination.
- Assess patients through interview, auscultation, and palpation, and document appropriate data.
- Recognize and correct technical or equipment problems that may affect results.
- Recognize abnormal pathology or results that may require additional or modified testing or imaging, and identify serious abnormalities that may require immediate reporting to the requesting physician.
- Refer questions about the appropriateness of therapy or testing to the Lead Cardiac Sonographer or requesting physician.
- Complete testing documentation to ensure proper charging and recording of tests.
- Maintain supplies and equipment, including cleaning and scheduled maintenance.
- Assist with new procedures introduced through new technology or responsibilities and study suggested reference material.
Benefits
- Zero-deductible health plan
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Retirement savings match
- Employee assistance program
- Incentive-based wellness program
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account for childcare
- Life insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability
- Professional development
- Discounts on on-campus dining
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
