Echo Sonographer- Cardiac Testing

Central Ohio Primary Care•Columbus, OH

About The Position

The Echo Sonographer performs diagnostic, non-invasive cardiac ultrasound procedures, including resting and stress echocardiograms, with or without the Definity image enhancer. The role includes maintaining study documentation and updating electronic health records. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with a Monday–Friday schedule from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., serving Columbus, Westerville, and Reynoldsburg.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program that includes echocardiography.
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential through ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential through CCI.
BLS certification.
Strong clinical background.
Computer literacy, particularly with electronic health systems.
Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to work independently with little supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to cope well with change.
Self-disciplined, energetic, passionate, and innovative.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Strong customer service skills.
Ability to work on a team and display a positive attitude.
Ability to identify, document, resolve, and/or escalate issues.
Ability to lead by example.
Ability to multitask, adapt quickly to a changing environment, and exercise independent and collaborative judgment.

Nice To Haves

Three to five years of previous healthcare experience.
Experience in another cardiac testing facility.

Responsibilities

Obtain the patient’s medical history before the examination.
Explain the examination process to patients.
Perform resting and stress echocardiograms in accordance with department accreditation and cardiologist guidelines.
Set up examination equipment.
Analyze and report cardiac examination results.
Enter test data into the reading system for cardiologist review, using Fuji for Ohio Health and McKesson for Mt Carmel.
Maintain and update study documentation and electronic health records.
Implement safety standards and quality control procedures.
Participate in life-saving measures when necessary.
Assist with office responsibilities, including answering phones and completing patient charts.
Participate in reviews required for department ICAEL accreditation.