Cardiac Sonographer

Ascension Health; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Well-being support

Job summary

Ascension Health in Wichita, KS seeks a radiology professional specialized in echocardiology to capture high quality cardiac images and data for physicians. The role requires BLS and ARDMS/CCI credentials within 12 months, with a focus on patient safety and accurate data transfer.

Clinical duties include navigating complex cardiac imaging, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe, efficient environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• BLS certification within 1 month of hire date.
• Cardiac Sonography/ARDMS or CCI credential within 12 months of hire date.
• Education requirements as listed (HS equivalency or associates/technical).

Responsibilities

• Capture high quality cardiac images and hemodynamic data for physicians.
• Navigate complex diagnostic studies using advanced imaging tech.
• Advocate for patient safety and comfort during imaging.
• Translate findings into clinical value and ensure data is ready for review in PACS.
• Maintain imaging equipment and spaces for safe, efficient patient flow.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient safety

Image optimization

Education

High School diploma equivalency + 2 years experience

Associate's/Technical degree

4 years of applicable experience

Tools

ARDMS credentials

CCI credentials

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Wichita, KS

• Facility: Via Christi St. Francis and flexibility to float to other radiology locations

• Specialty: Echocardiology

• Schedule: Rotating l PRN

#NextGenHealthcare

Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Capture high quality cardiac images and hemodynamic data to provide physicians with the critical insights needed for life‑saving diagnoses.

• Navigate complex diagnostic studies by expertly maneuvering advanced imaging technology, ensuring every scan meets the highest clinical standards for accuracy.

• Advocate for patient safety and comfort by precisely positioning patients and maintaining rigorous quality control protocols throughout the imaging process.

• Translate technical findings into clinical value by identifying pathology and ensuring all data sent to PACS is comprehensive, accurate, and ready for immediate review.

• Maintain an efficient and high‑standard care environment by managing advanced imaging equipment and procedural spaces, ensuring the department is always safe and optimized for the next patient.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

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:

• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Cardiographic Tech specializing in Vascular Interpretation credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Cardiac Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Sonography Tech specializing in Cardiac credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Sonography Tech specializing in Vascular Sonography credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

• Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Sonography or Diagnostic Medical Sonography program.

• Hold an active Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI) credential, or successfully obtain the credential within 12 months of start date or transfer date.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan

• Well‑being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military‑Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary: 39.58

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