Cardiac Echo Sonographer, Full-Time, Baptist Clay

Baptist Health (Jacksonville); Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Medical Center in Jacksonville, Florida, seeks a Cardiac Echo Sonographer to join the Cardiology Department at Baptist Clay Hospital. This full-time, day shift role supports diagnostic imaging and patient care in a community hospital backed by Baptist Health.

The position requires 1-2 years of cardiac sonography experience and ARDMS or CCI credentials within 18 months of hire, with strong communication and teamwork to coordinate with clinicians.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of Cardiac Sonographer Experience.
• Adult Echo credentials through ARDMS or CCI within 18 months of hire.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, families, and clinical teams.
• Growth-friendly environment with support for learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic examinations of the heart using advanced ultrasound techniques and report findings.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and other healthcare providers to support patient care and treatment decisions.
• Provide cross-coverage and back-up support to other non-invasive areas of the Cardiac Department.
• Educate and prepare patients for procedures, ensuring comfort and safety.
• Maintain equipment, document procedures accurately, and follow department protocols.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Vocational School

Job description

Baptist Medical Center is excited to welcome a Cardiac Echo Sonographer to join our Cardiology Department at Baptist Clay Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. This is a full-time, day shift opportunity.

As a Cardiac Echo Sonographer, you will be responsible for:

• Performing high-quality diagnostic examinations of the heart using advanced ultrasound techniques, ensuring accurate imaging and reporting.
• Collaborating with cardiologists and other healthcare providers to support patient care and treatment decisions.
• Providing cross-coverage and as-needed back-up support to other non-invasive areas of the Cardiac Department to maintain seamless operations.
• Delivering compassionate patient care by preparing and educating patients for procedures, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Maintaining equipment, documenting procedures accurately, and adhering to department protocols and quality standards.

Cardiac Echo Sonographer, Diagnostic Cardiology Department, Experience;

• 1-2 Years of Cardiac Sonographer Experience

Experience Requirements:

• Adult Echo credentials through either ARDMS or CCI are required within 18 months of hire.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, families, and clinical teams.
• Previous experience in cardiac sonography preferred, but not required — we provide a supportive environment for growth and learning.

This Cardiac Echo Sonographer opportunity will be located at Baptist Clay Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida, where you’ll be part of a compassionate community hospital that’s backed by the strength of the Baptist Health system.

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Education Required

Vocational School

Experience

License and Certification

• Driver's License - DMV
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA
• Adult Echo Credentials (via ARDMS or CCI) - ARDMS

Location

Baptist Clay
1771 Baptist Clay Dr
Fleming Island, Florida, 32003

Chosen as the area's “Most Preferred” healthcare provider every year since 1990 according to theannual National Research Corporation study of Jacksonville area residents, Baptist Health rankshighest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation.