Pool Cardiac Sonographer 3 - USFTGP Pediatrics Cardiology

Tampa General Hospital • Tampa, FL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiac Sonographer III, under the supervision of the Manager of Clinical Operations and Lead Cardiac Sonographer and in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, performs advanced cardiac imaging for diverse patient populations. This role conducts a full range of echocardiographic examinations, including 2D/3D transthoracic studies, myocardial strain imaging, bubble studies, contrast echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and research-related imaging. The Sonographer independently prepares and positions patients, explains procedures, and correlates clinical history with the ordered examination to ensure high-quality diagnostic imaging. In addition, the Cardiac Sonographer III assists physicians with stress and research echocardiograms and is responsible for timely reporting and documentation within the PACS system. This position requires a high level of technical expertise, clinical judgment, and the ability to work autonomously while supporting the cardiology team in delivering exceptional patient care.

Requirements

• Degree Education HS/GED
• Technical Program Echocardiography Certification
• BLS
• 2 years’ or more experience required.
• Must demonstrate current knowledge and level of expertise generally obtained through national certification required to perform Echocardiography procedures.
• Adult 2D/3D and strain experience required
• Thorough understanding of adult cardiac anatomy, physiology, pathology, and the principles of 2D, 3D, Doppler, myocardial strain, bubble, contrast, and stress echocardiography.
• Skill in operating and troubleshooting ultrasound equipment, PACS systems, contrast injectors, and supporting technologies used during cardiac imaging.
• Ability to correlate patient history, symptoms, and test indications with imaging findings to ensure accurate and clinically relevant studies.
• Ability to explain procedures clearly, provide reassurance, and maintain compassionate communication with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary staff.
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex imaging procedures with minimal supervision while prioritizing tasks and maintaining accuracy.
• Understanding of infection control, ultrasound safety, accreditation guidelines, and departmental protocols related to cardiac imaging.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced cardiac imaging for diverse patient populations.
• Conducts a full range of echocardiographic examinations, including 2D/3D transthoracic studies, myocardial strain imaging, bubble studies, contrast echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms, and research-related imaging.
• Independently prepares and positions patients.
• Explains procedures to patients.
• Correlates clinical history with the ordered examination to ensure high-quality diagnostic imaging.
• Assists physicians with stress and research echocardiograms.
• Responsible for timely reporting and documentation within the PACS system.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED