Sonographer 2, Cardiology

University of Rochester•New York, NY

1d•$40 - $54

About The Position

The Sonographer 2 performs technical procedures using high-frequency ultrasound waves for diagnostic purposes. The role requires proficiency in complex transthoracic and stress echocardiography, including studies associated with structural heart and heart failure programs, and uses advanced techniques to support clinical decision-making. The position performs routine and specialized independent echocardiographic studies at outpatient facilities across the UR Medicine enterprise. It captures and stores diagnostic images, makes cardiac measurements, obtains relevant patient history and vital signs, prepares equipment and exam rooms, and communicates appropriately with patients. The sonographer also supports procedures in the Cath Lab under the supervision of an echo attending or interventional cardiologist, helps educate and train fellows and student interns, and may participate in research echocardiography when applicable. The role maintains required professional credentials and BLS status, keeps current through continuing education, and ensures equipment, rooms, and supplies are clean, functional, and stocked. The position is full-time, scheduled for 40 hours per week, with a UR day shift. The listed compensation range is $39.71–$53.61; individual pay is determined by factors including market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise, and internal equity.

Requirements

Associate’s degree and 2 years of experience in cardiac imaging or a related field, including 1 year of independent clinical echocardiographic scanning experience in a hospital and/or outpatient environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of cardiology, cardiovascular hemodynamics, Doppler physics and instrumentation, and cardiac and vascular ultrasound technologies.
Compliance with UR Radiation Safety Standards.
RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) or RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) certification upon hire.
Active BLS (Basic Life Support) status.

Nice To Haves

RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) certification upon hire preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and specialized independent echocardiographic studies, including transthoracic, stress echocardiography, transesophageal, and contrast exams as needed at UR Medicine outpatient facilities.
Use independent judgment to capture appropriate anatomical, pathological, and clinical conditions in exam images in accordance with URMC Echocardiography Policies and Procedures.
Perform cardiac measurements and acquire and store images to support the interpreting physician’s finalized diagnostic report.
Demonstrate radiation safety competency while assisting with ASA, pericardiocentesis, and ICE procedures in the Cath Lab under the supervision of an echo attending or interventional cardiologist.
Obtain pertinent patient history and review prior echocardiographic studies to optimize and correlate exams.
Prepare exam rooms and ultrasound equipment, follow universal precautions and approved protocols, and communicate with patients in an understandable manner.
Obtain vital signs, evaluate contraindications, and use appropriate patient positioning and ergonomically correct scanning techniques.
Assist with education and training of cardiology fellows and student interns.
Participate in research echocardiography using differing protocols and specific credentialing when applicable.
Maintain active adult cardiac sonography registry status through continuing professional education, attend relevant conferences, and maintain active BLS status.
Keep labs and exam rooms clean and in working order, clean ultrasound equipment and transducers according to policy, troubleshoot and report equipment problems, and maintain room inventory and supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.