Echo Sonographer II

Next Move Healthcare • Naples, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Echo Sonographer II performs advanced adult and pediatric cardiac imaging in a hospital-based cardiovascular imaging department in Naples, Florida. The role focuses on complex pediatric cardiac anatomy, congenital heart defects, and post-surgical cardiac abnormalities. Examinations include transthoracic echocardiography, Doppler studies, and stress echocardiography, as well as technical assistance during transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) procedures. The sonographer produces high-quality diagnostic images, recognizes clinically significant cardiac abnormalities, and communicates critical findings to cardiologists and other healthcare professionals.

The position is full-time and permanent, with four 10-hour shifts per week and occasional weekend coverage. It includes occasional rotating on-call coverage and requires floating between the Downtown Naples and North Naples campuses. Patient and examination documentation is managed using CareNet. The stated pay range is $36.55–$49.71 per hour, based on experience. Sign-on bonuses and relocation assistance may be considered individually and require a two-year employment commitment; approved incentives may be subject to prorated repayment if the employee leaves before completing that commitment.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or GED, plus completion of an accredited Cardiovascular Technology (CVT) program, completion of an accredited Echocardiography program, or an associate degree with an emphasis in natural science.
• The posting lists at least 10 years of experience as a Registered Echo Sonographer under required qualifications and separately specifies a minimum of 2 years of clinical echocardiography experience with demonstrated scanning competency.
• Hold one of the following credentials: RDMS with a Cardiology specialty, RDCS, or RCS.
• Current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• Demonstrated competency in pediatric cardiac imaging views, congenital abnormalities, and cardiac pathology.
• Extensive understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics, and pathology.
• Ability to perform adult and pediatric 2-D, M-mode, color Doppler, pulsed-wave Doppler, and continuous-wave Doppler examinations.
• Ability to assist with TEE procedures and perform stress echocardiography according to established protocols.
• Ability to recognize abnormal cardiac findings, prioritize clinical responsibilities, and respond effectively in stressful situations.
• Proficiency operating echocardiography equipment and producing high-quality diagnostic cardiac images.
• Ability to maintain accurate clinical records, technical reports, patient logs, and examination documentation.
• Basic computer proficiency, including keyboard use, electronic documentation, data entry, and medical software applications.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to adult and pediatric patients, including those with complex medical conditions.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for working with physicians, nursing staff, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to work four 10-hour shifts per week, occasional weekends, and rotating on-call assignments.
• Willingness to provide echocardiography coverage at both Downtown Naples and North Naples campuses.
• Strong organizational skills, time management, clinical judgment, professionalism, and ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive experience performing pediatric echocardiograms involving complex congenital heart defects.
• Strong background in advanced adult and pediatric cardiac imaging.
• Experience evaluating patients following complex congenital cardiac surgical corrections.
• Previous experience performing stress echocardiography and assisting with TEE procedures.
• Familiarity with ultrasound contrast studies, contrast preparation, and administration protocols.
• Experience using CareNet or similar cardiovascular documentation systems.
• Previous experience in a hospital-based cardiovascular imaging department serving both adult and pediatric populations.
• Experience participating in echocardiography laboratory accreditation, quality assurance, and performance improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with IAC Echocardiography accreditation standards.
• Experience mentoring, training, or orienting new cardiac sonographers.
• Ability to independently manage technically challenging cardiac examinations and communicate critical findings effectively.
• Strong interdisciplinary collaboration skills with cardiologists, pediatric specialists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive adult and pediatric transthoracic echocardiograms, including 2-D and M-mode imaging, according to laboratory protocols.
• Conduct cardiac Doppler studies, including color flow, pulsed-wave, and continuous-wave Doppler imaging.
• Evaluate and document cardiac anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics, and clinically significant abnormalities in adult and pediatric patients.
• Apply advanced knowledge of complex pediatric congenital heart defects, cardiac anatomy, and surgical corrections to examinations.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images identifying congenital lesions, structural abnormalities, and complex cardiac pathology, including in challenging clinical situations.
• Recognize potentially critical pediatric cardiac findings and promptly communicate concerns to cardiologists, including off-site physicians when appropriate.
• Perform exercise and pharmacological stress echocardiography according to adult and pediatric protocols.
• Operate echocardiography equipment and assist physicians during TEE procedures.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain TEE probes according to laboratory policies and manufacturer recommendations.
• Assess the need for ultrasound contrast agents and assist nursing staff with preparation and administration according to approved protocols.
• Perform venipuncture and independently administer approved contrast agents when trained, authorized, and permitted by facility policy.
• Maintain accurate measurements, technical reports, examination documentation, daily patient logs, patient records, and imaging archives.
• Enter and update patient orders and document clinical activities using CareNet.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate diagnostic testing and patient care.
• Participate in performance improvement activities, including data collection, quality monitoring, and case reviews.
• Support compliance with applicable echocardiography accreditation standards, including ICAEL/IAC requirements.
• Maintain continuing medical education and professional competencies through training, educational programs, and conferences.
• Assist with orientation and training of new sonographers and support non-registered staff preparing for credentialing examinations.
• Maintain infection prevention standards, equipment cleanliness, safe patient care environments, and required high-level disinfectant solution checks and changes.
• Float between Downtown Naples and North Naples campuses to support imaging needs.
• Participate in rotating on-call assignments and respond appropriately to clinical requests during assigned coverage.
• Support departmental operational efficiency, resource management, and quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus considered individually based on candidate qualifications and offer discussions; a two-year employment commitment applies, with prorated repayment if the employee leaves early.
• Relocation assistance considered individually for eligible candidates; a two-year employment commitment applies, with prorated repayment if the employee leaves early.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED