Cardiac Sonographer

Cincinnati Children's; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 54,125 - 69,017; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's in Cincinnati, Ohio, is looking for a skilled Echocardiology technician to perform cardiac ultrasound exams and assist in analyzing data. This full-time position involves teamwork, research, and maintaining high standards of patient care.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate's Degree and experience in cardiac sonography, with preferences for pediatric experience. The position offers a starting pay range between $39.29 and $50.10 per hour.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related field required.
• 0+ years of experience in a related job discipline.
• ARDMS certification needed during employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform cardiac ultrasound exams as ordered by the physician.
• Report and analyze exam results for interpretation.
• Maintain echocardiography equipment and ensure cleanliness.
• Share knowledge and support team members.
• Participate in clinical research and present findings.

Skills

Cardiac Ultrasound Exams

Data Analysis

Teamwork

Clinical Research

Education

Associate's Degree in a related field

Tools

Echocardiography equipment

Database software

Job description

Job Details

Primary Location: Burnet Campus

Department: Echocardiology

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40

FTE: 1

Employee Status: Regular

Expected Starting Pay Range: $39.29 - $50.10

Job Responsibilities

• Perform Cardiac Ultrasound Exams – Prepare patients and/or parents psychologically and physically for echocardiogram. Perform the cardiac ultrasound examination as ordered by the physician, including M-MODE, 2D Doppler, Color Flow Mapping, 3D and strain.
• Report and Analyze Exam Results – Provide a verbal report to the Echocardiography Faculty. Analyze the data, provide a preliminary written report, and review results with the Echocardiographic Laboratory Faculty for final interpretation. Maintain patients’ records and echocardiographic laboratory logs in the database. Assist with research projects as needed.
• Equipment – Maintain equipment by cleaning scan heads and Electrocardiogram (EKG) lead wires after each patient and following the guidelines of the infection disease committee.
• Teamwork – Share knowledge and provide technical support for one another. Assume on‑call responsibilities for Neonatal External Intensive Care Units at external hospital partnerships and others as directed. Assist with the training of cardiology fellows or visitors.
• Research – May participate in clinical research related to cardiovascular disease. Measure and analyze echocardiographic data for research projects. Prepare and present findings in selected forums; at cardiology, echocardiography and sonographers meetings; at meetings of potential funding sources (such as industry and the American Heart Association); at meetings of non‑experts interested in medical research (students and journalists). Prepare and present scientific reports (abstracts, manuscripts and articles) and manuals.

To perform diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations and to assist in analyzing the data for interpretation within the Cardiology department of a Medical Center dedicated to the care of infants, children and adolescents.

Job Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related field
• 0+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
• ARDMS certification obtained during employment
• Preferred: 1+ years of Cardiac Sonography experience
• Preferred: pediatric experience

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability.