Cardiac Sonographer

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to join the Imaging-Heart Vascular & Thoracic Institute at the Cleveland Clinic Main Campus. Schedule 6:00am-12:30pm, with opportunities for a sign-on bonus up to $5,000.

You will perform echocardiograms, assist in Cath lab and OR, and contribute to top-tier patient care. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in sonography or vascular tech, with echocardiography experience and RDCS/RCS credentials in sight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in sonography or vascular technology required.
• Graduate of a cardiac ultrasound program (18 months) acceptable.
• Two years of full-time echocardiography experience acceptable.
• BLS certification through AHA or Red Cross required.
• Must obtain RDCS or RCS credential within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust all equipment and maneuver transducers for exams.
• Perform routine and complex echocardiography studies.
• Assist physicians in the Cath lab and operating room.
• Ensure high-quality patient care with emphasis on education.
• Specialty work includes transthoracic echo, 3D imaging, LVAD assessments.

Skills

Equipment setup

Safety procedures

Imaging studies

Cardiac anatomy

M-mode/2D/Doppler

Computers

Education

Bachelor's degree in sonography or vascular technology

Graduate of a cardiac ultrasound program (18-month)

Two years of full-time echo experience

RDCS or RCS credential within one year

BLS certification (AHA/Red Cross)

Job description

At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honoring our commitment to excellence, pushing the boundaries and transforming the patient experience, every day. We all have the power to help, heal and change lives — beginning with our own. That’s the power of the Cleveland Clinic Health System team, and The Power of Every One.

Job Title

Cardiac Sonographer

Location

Cleveland

Facility

Cleveland Clinic Main Campus

Department

Imaging-Heart Vascular & Thoracic Institute

Job Code

D24012

Shift Days

Schedule 6:00am-12:30pm

Job Summary

**This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $5,000**

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country for cardiac care. The Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute cares for patients with a variety of heart, vascular and thoracic diseases and provides the highest level of patient care, innovative treatments and a welcoming environment to all.

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and become a part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Cleveland Clinic has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country for cardiac care. The Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute cares for patients with a variety of heart, vascular and thoracic diseases and provides the highest level of patient care, innovative treatments and a welcoming environment to all.

As a Cardiac Sonographer, you will collaborate and learn from some of our best caregivers and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. You'll also be part of a supportive caregiver family that works to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care anywhere and the best place to work in healthcare.The Cardiac Sonographer will perform echocardiogram tests to obtain important data about patients. Examine blood flow, valve function and chamber size to determine the overall condition of the heart. Assist physicians in the Cath lab and operating room. Ensure the delivery of world-class patient care by placing a strong emphasis on quality and education.

Specialty areas include: Transthoracic echocardiography on state-of-the‑art equipment. 3D imaging LVAD assessments. Complex scans on adult congenital, research trials and structural heart

A caregiver in this position works PRN| Mon-Fri| 8:00am—4:30pm.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Set up and adjust all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
• Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures.
• Perform routine and complex studies and assist physicians in a variety of imaging procedures.
• Recognize significant structures, artifacts, pathology, and equipment limitations.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor's degree in sonography or vascular technology
• OR graduate of a cardiac ultrasound program (18-month program)
• OR two years of full-time echo experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross
• New hires must obtain the Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers
• OR the Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential from Cardiac Credentialing International within one year of hire date
• Demonstrated knowledge of m-mode, 2D and doppler calculations and cardiac hemodynamics
• Familiar with computers and can learn related programs

Physical Requirements:

Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time; must lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Ability to assist with transport of patients, i.e., pushing beds, stretchers and wheelchairs.

Requires the ability to maneuver equipment and motor coordination to operate equipment.

Personal Protective Equipment: Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances. Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.

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