Cardiac Sonographer

UAB Medicine; Oneonta (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine's radiology team at UAB St. Vincent’s Blount provides advanced ultrasound imaging to support inpatient, outpatient, surgical, oncology, and emergency care. The department emphasizes hands-on learning, cross-training, and self-scheduling within a community hospital environment.

The role involves performing diagnostic ultrasound exams, equipment setup, safety checks, and adherence to regulatory standards to deliver high-quality images for interpretation.

Qualifications

• Licensure/Certification/Registration requirements listed.
• Education requirements include high school diploma or Associate’s degree or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams to produce quality images for interpretation.
• Set up and adjust all equipment; operate transducers.
• Follow safety standards and perform quality control procedures.
• Perform routine and complex imaging studies; assist in cardiac/vascular imaging.
• Ensure image quality and correct patient data is captured in PACS.
• Maintain department cleanliness and organization; manage storage and dressing areas.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and perform other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + 2 years experience

Job description

• Schedule: PRN - Day shift, on call 1 weekend every month
• Work Location: UAB St Vincent's Blount
• Benefits for eligible positions only include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Ourradiology teamatUAB St. Vincent’s Blountprovides advanced imaging services for the entirehospital, supporting the inpatient, outpatient, surgical, oncology, and emergency care teams.As a close-knit community, wefocus on professional growth throughhands-on learningand cross-training opportunities, fostering a supportive environment where your skills impact patient care and community outcomes.Weoffer self-scheduling.Our mammography service is an ACR Comprehensive Breast Imaging Center, whichrepresentsour commitment tooperatingat the highest level of quality and safety. UAB St. Vincent’s Blount is the only hospital in Blount County and isdesignatedas a Critical Access Hospital by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

Job Description

Perform diagnostic procedures on patients using ultrasound waves to examine tissue and body structure, providing quality images for interpretation.

• Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
• Performs routine and complex studies and assists in a variety of cardiac and/or vascular imaging procedures.
• Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
• Ensures equipment is properly functioning. Reports potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Lock/tag out equipment if appropriate.
• Ensures prompt submission of high-quality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality, correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Assists in maintaining a clean, and orderly department to include procedure rooms, storage areas, dressing rooms, film storage area and any other areas in department.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • A Cardiographic Sonographer credential issued by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) must be obtained prior to hire or within 12 months (1 year) of hire date. Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Vascular Specialist (RVS) credential issued by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is also accepted.
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to or within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date.
  • Radiologic Technologist specializing in Sonography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained prior to or within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date.
  • Vascular Technologist (VT) credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date.
  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date.

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent with 2 years of experience or Associate’s degree required. Graduate of an accredited sonography program preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.