Cardiac Sonographer

Research Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

401(k) plan with employer match

Education support & tuition assistance

Paid time off and family leave

Job summary

Research Medical Center in Kansas City seeks a skilled Cardiac Sonographer to perform echocardiograms for patients across all ages and assist with various cardiac tasks. The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited ultrasound program, hold relevant certifications, and ideally possess five years of experience in sonography. The position includes a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and tuition assistance. Join a team dedicated to quality patient care and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Five years’ experience in sonography is required or can substitute the education requirement.
• Certification with ARDMS or CCI is recommended and required within one year.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiograms on all patients.
• Analyze findings and provide calculations for care.
• Assist with stress testing and other tasks as assigned.
• Respond within 30 minutes when on stand-by.

Skills

Echocardiograms

Analyzing findings

Assisting with stress testing

Emergency response

Education

Graduation from an accredited ultrasound program

American Heart Association or Red Cross BLS

ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS) certification

Job description

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of the Cardiology Nurse Manager or preceptor, the Cardiac Sonographer accurately performs echocardiograms on all patients, including infants, adolescents and adults. The role includes analyzing findings and providing calculations to aid the physician in delivering appropriate care. Additional duties include assisting with stress testing, trans‑esophageal echocardiograms, patent foramen ovale closures, and other tasks assigned by the Cardiology Nurse Manager to ensure the department runs effectively and efficiently, including maintenance of patient records. The Cardiac Sonographer may also perform outreach activities and must respond within 30 minutes when on stand‑by.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited ultrasound program. Five years’ experience in sonography and required licensure upon hire may substitute for graduation from an accredited program.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS required upon hire.
• Certification with ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS) recommended upon hire and required within one year of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.