Cardiac Sonographer

Owensboro Health; Greenville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to perform echocardiogram exams and assist cardiologists. This entry-level role requires certification in Medical Sonography and offers a full-time position in a supportive environment focused on patient care.

Qualifications

• RDCS or RCS certification required upon hire.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiogram exams according to protocols.
• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts physicians.
• Assists cardiologists with echo studies.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Decisive Judgment

Education

Certificate in Medical Sonography

Associate's Degree in Related Field

Job description

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Job Summary

Performs echocardiogram exams according to departmental protocols using cognitive skills to identify, record, and adapt procedures as appropriate to anatomical, pathological, diagnostic information, and images.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepares preliminary reports and contacts referring physicians when required, according to established procedures.
• Provides proper documentation for each patient exam.
• Assists cardiologists with performing Transesophageal Echo studies and stress echo studies.

Qualifications

• Certificate, Associate's degree or higher in Medical Sonography required upon hire OR
• Associate's degree or higher in related field required upon hire
• A combination of education, training and experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
• No experience required
• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer required upon hire OR
• RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer required upon hire AND
• BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Lifting 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Lifting over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Carrying 25-75 lbs: Rarely
• Carrying over 75 lbs: Rarely
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Bending/Stooping: Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally
• Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally
• Reaching: Frequently
• Talking: Frequently
• Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently
• Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently
• Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently
• Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently
• Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

We uphold values of INTEGRITY, RESPECT, TEAMWORK, INNOVATION, SERVICE, and EXCELLENCE to foster a positive work environment and excellent patient care.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care