Diagnostic Cardiac/Vascular Sonographer

This Diagnostic Cardiac/Vascular Sonographer position performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac/vascular exams under the direction of a physician for identification of cardiac or venous abnormalities leading to patient diagnosis.

The role is designed for recent graduates of an echocardiography program and/or new to the field or have minimal experience.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate technical competence for performance protocols specific to the department.
• Prioritise and schedule exams, coordinate with medical staff, physician offices, caregivers, and patients.
• Prepare for exams by following patient identification processes, educating patients and families on procedures, and transporting patients.
• Perform ultrasound exams consistent with related protocols and in a timely manner, ensuring patient safety and comfort, and achieving quality outcomes.
• Identify patient needs and communicate with physicians, caregivers, patients, and families throughout the exam.
• Return patients to their rooms and ensure stability and safety after exams.
• Mentor caregivers and students on basic equipment use and procedural techniques.
• Document exam results and apply appropriate charge codes.
• Clean and maintain equipment, work areas, and stock supplies.
• Support team and quality improvement processes and initiatives.
• Participate in educational opportunities to ensure clinical competence and develop additional skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need to see and read information, labels, and assess patient needs.
• Frequent interactions with patients, caregivers, and visitors that require verbal communication and hearing.
• Manual dexterity to manipulate complex equipment with precision and accuracy.
• Expected to lift and transfer patients, bend to retrieve supplies and equipment, and navigate crowded rooms.

Requirements

• ARDMS or CCI certification in cardiac or vascular sonography.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.

Level II Requirements

• Meet all Echo/Vascular Technologist I qualifications.
• Obtain any two of the national registry credentials through ARDMS, CCI, or ACS.
• Obtain/maintain a minimum of one registry with a certain number of years of experience.
• Demonstrated competency requirements.
• Formal written recommendation by the Echo/Vascular Manager, Cardiovascular Director, and CV Imaging Medical Director.

The hourly range for this position is $39.16 - $60.42. We offer a generous benefits package.