Cardiac Sonographer
About The Position
Under general supervision, obtains two-dimensional ultrasonic images of the heart including 2D echocardiograms, 2D Doppler echocardiograms, and stress echocardiograms and assists physicians in conducting transesophageal echocardiograms. In doing so, obtains pertinent patient data for interpretation by a board certified cardiologist, explains purpose and duration of testing to the patient in order to allay fears, and provides excellent customer service. Obtains ultrasonic images from patients with complex health issues, and precepts students from the Echocardiography School.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Sonography or Echo School
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within twelve months of position start date.
- Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross
Responsibilities
- Obtains two-dimensional ultrasonic images of the heart including 2D echocardiograms, 2D Doppler echocardiograms, and stress echocardiograms.
- Assists physicians in conducting transesophageal echocardiograms.
- Obtains pertinent patient data for interpretation by a board certified cardiologist.
- Explains purpose and duration of testing to the patient in order to allay fears.
- Provides excellent customer service.
- Obtains ultrasonic images from patients with complex health issues.
- Precepts students from the Echocardiography School.
Benefits
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- Career pathways to promote professional growth and development
- Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free Parking
- Wellness Program
- Savings Plan
- Health Savings Account Options
- Retirement Options with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- Community Involvement Opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
