Cardiac Sonographer Radiologic Technician

CenterWell•Plantation, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Sonographer performs and monitors echocardiogram procedures, calculates, measures, and documents appropriate test values for provider review and interpretation, and communicates changes in patients’ clinical conditions to physicians, cardiologists, and colleagues. The role independently performs diagnostic imaging procedures, using clinical judgment and technical expertise to ensure accurate results, high-quality patient care, and professional and ethical practice. It also includes responsibility for equipment maintenance, reporting malfunctions, quality assessment, and advanced administrative, operational, and patient-support duties that require initiative and judgment. The position is based at Conviva Plantation Square in Plantation, Florida, and reports to the Center Administrator. It is scheduled for 40 hours per week. Travel between clinics is required. The role also involves coordinating schedules, providing staff in-service education, supporting lab accreditation efforts, and maintaining required credentials.

Requirements

Active American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification.
Active Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) certification.
Active ARDMS certification in echocardiography.
Completion of an accredited Ultrasound Technology program.
Certified Ultrasound Technician or equivalent, with at least 1 year of experience in a diagnostic facility or hospital.
Experience with ultrasound equipment, techniques, and diagnostic protocols.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Willingness to travel between clinics.
TB screening upon selection.

Nice To Haves

Active ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist certification.
Proficiency in both vascular and echocardiographic imaging.
Experience using basic Microsoft computer applications.
Bilingual in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Perform high-quality 2D echocardiograms with color flow Doppler within 45 minutes, following established protocols.
Communicate with physicians, cardiologists, nurses, sonographers, and other healthcare professionals.
Assess patients, explain echocardiographic or vascular ultrasound procedures, and respond to questions with empathy.
Use cognitive skills to distinguish normal from pathological findings during examinations.
Prepare examination rooms, verify patient identity, and follow infection-control procedures, including Standard Precautions.
Review requisitions or medical records to ensure appropriate patient preparation and procedural accuracy.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with privacy regulations and ethical standards.
Use echo contrast agents.
Maintain ultrasound equipment and supplies, promptly report malfunctions, and support lab accreditation efforts.
Coordinate schedules to support efficient workflow and coverage.
Provide in-service education to staff.
Maintain current applicable echocardiography credentials and Basic Life Support certification.
Travel between clinics as needed.