Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer

Cayuga Medical Center

34d•$38 - $48

About The Position

Arnot Health is seeking a skilled Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer to perform high-quality pediatric echocardiograms and support its pediatric cardiology team. The position works closely with the pediatric cardiologist and reports to the Cardiac Services Manager. The sonographer performs pediatric and congenital heart disease echocardiograms in outpatient, inpatient, nursery, and NICU settings; communicates urgent findings and preliminary results to the pediatric cardiologist; documents studies in the EMR and PACS; and collaborates with the healthcare team to provide safe, compassionate patient care. The role also includes maintaining and operating ultrasound equipment, assisting with training, and completing annual education requirements. The position requires active pediatric echocardiography certification and at least one year of full-time pediatric echocardiography experience. Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire. The standard pay range is $37.86 to $48.08 per hour, plus benefits.

Requirements

Active Pediatric Echocardiography certification: RDCS through ARDMS, RCS through CCI, or an approved equivalent.
Meet ongoing continuing education requirements.
At least 1 year of full-time pediatric echocardiography experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
Frequent standing and walking.
Ability to maintain repetitive arm positions during scanning.
Ability to move equipment and assist with or transport patients.
Ability to lift 10 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally.
Category I exposure: regular exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an approved program is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform high-quality pediatric and congenital heart disease echocardiograms in outpatient, inpatient, nursery, and NICU settings.
Maintain strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology.
Immediately report urgent or critical findings to the pediatric cardiologist.
Document studies in the EMR and enter preliminary findings in PACS.
Provide timely preliminary results to the pediatric cardiologist, prioritizing STAT and inpatient studies.
Work collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure excellent patient care.
Prioritize patient comfort and safety, using a compassionate bedside manner.
Operate and maintain ultrasound equipment.
Assist with training new sonographers, students, or staff.
Complete all required annual education.
Provide excellent customer and patient service through clear, caring communication.
Perform additional duties as needed.