Cardiac Sonographer II

OSF HealthCare • Bloomington, IL

4d • $39 - $46

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Cardiac Sonographer I follows established policies, procedures, and performs and records Echocardiology diagnostic tests under proctoring/supervision. In doing so, obtains information about normal and abnormal anatomy used to diagnosis disease. Ensures echocardiogram exams are of accept¬able quality and records results. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care that is appropriate to the ages of the patients served.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in allied health that is patient care related or Bachelor's degree (any major) OR Completion of an Accredited Sonographer Program.
• 1 year experience in transthoracic echocardiology
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association,
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) in 1 patient population (Adult, Pediatrics, Fetal).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development as well as the physical, emotional and psycho-social needs of the patient population served.
• Knowledge of echocardiology techniques and skills to independently perform transthoracic echocardiogram procedures in one patient population.
• Requires analytical ability to recognize anatomic abnormalities, adjust equipment settings to appropriately target the ultrasound and identify irregularities during ultrasound and notify appropriate personnel.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in applied science Diagnostic Services

Benefits

• OSF will invest in you on day 1!
• Candidates with 5+ years of direct experience will receive 24 hours of Vacation and Holiday time that will be available for use beginning day 1.
• This is in addition to our generous time-off benefits
• $18,000 Sign on Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees