Cardiac Echo Sonographer, Full-Time, Baptist Clay

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

Job summary

Baptist Health is hiring a Cardiac Echo Sonographer in the Diagnostic Cardiology Department at Baptist Clay Hospital in Jacksonville, FL. This full-time, day-shift role requires 1-2 years of cardiac sonography experience and ARDMS or CCI credentials within 18 months of hire.

You will perform high-quality echocardiograms, collaborate with cardiologists, provide back-up coverage, educate patients, maintain equipment, and document procedures following department standards.

Qualifications

• Adult Echo credentials through ARDMS or CCI within 18 months of hire.
• 1–2 years of cardiac sonography experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Previous experience in cardiac sonography is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic echocardiograms of the heart.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and healthcare teams.
• Provide cross-coverage and back-up in the Cardiac Department.
• Educate and comfort patients during procedures.
• Maintain equipment and document procedures per protocols.

Skills

Cardiac sonography

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

ARDMS or CCI credential (within 18 months of hire)

Tools

ARDMS Credentialing

CCI Credentialing

Job description

About Baptist HealthRecognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith-based, not-for-profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.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 ExperienceExperience 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. If you are interested in this PRN opportunity, please apply now or contact [e-mail] designated as requiring a level II Background ( A detailed fingerprint-based screening for positions of trust that check state (FDLE) and national (FBI) criminal history) will undergo screening as a condition of employment and continued employment. For additional information, please visit Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse https://info.flclearinghouse.com/Primary Location:Clay - Main Building 1771 Baptist Clay Dr Fleming Island, FL 32003 United States of America