Sonographer - Cardiac (Echo & Vascular)

UAB St. Vincent's•Birmingham, AL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sonographer performs diagnostic cardiac and/or vascular imaging procedures using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structures, producing high-quality images for interpretation. The role involves preparing and adjusting equipment, manually maneuvering transducers, performing routine and complex studies, and assisting with cardiac and/or vascular imaging procedures. The Sonographer recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations; follows safety standards and quality-control procedures; and ensures equipment is functioning properly. The position also requires reporting potential problems or equipment malfunctions, submitting high-quality images and documentation to PACS, maintaining clean and orderly department spaces, and complying with regulatory requirements. The role is in the Cardiology Specialists of Birmingham department at UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Benefits are available for eligible positions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience, or an associate's degree.
BLS Provider certification obtained within 30 days of hire or job transfer; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification is accepted.
One or more specified credentials are required: CCI Cardiographic Sonographer credential before hire or within 12 months of hire; CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS); ARRT Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography or Sonography, obtained before or within 12 months of hire; ARDMS Vascular Technologist (VT) credential before hire; or ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential within 12 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited sonography program.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures to examine tissue and body structures and provide quality images for interpretation.
Set up and adjust imaging equipment and manually maneuver transducers to perform exams.
Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality-control procedures.
Perform routine and complex studies and assist with cardiac and/or vascular imaging procedures.
Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.
Ensure equipment is properly functioning and report potential problems or malfunctions to appropriate personnel.
Lock/tag out equipment when appropriate.
Submit high-quality images and documentation to PACS promptly, ensuring image quality, correct lead markers, and patient data/history.
Help maintain clean and orderly department spaces, including procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, and film storage areas.
Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.
Perform other duties as assigned.