Cardiac Sonographer II

About the position

The position involves performing diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics, adhering to the standards of practice and the organization's policies. The role requires a high level of competence in echocardiography procedures, including advanced techniques such as transesophageal echocardiograms and complex congenital pediatric echocardiograms. The individual may also orient other staff within the department.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics.
• Conduct transesophageal echocardiograms with or without three-dimensional imaging.
• Perform intraoperative transesophageal echocardiograms.
• Assist in structural heart procedures in the cardiac catheterization lab.
• Conduct complex congenital pediatric echocardiograms.
• Orient other staff to the department as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program or equivalent education.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or ARDMS certification (RDCS AE for adult or RDCS PE for pediatric).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• 2 years of recent relevant experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles and procedures.
• Proficient in performing cardiac sonographic examinations with a solid understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and pathology.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly.
• Well-developed time management and organizational skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies.
• Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite and related information systems.

Benefits

• Pay range of $70.55 to $88.18 per hour.