Cardiac Sonographer

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 48,904 - 73,357; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Health Coverage

Generous PTO

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist in Winston-Salem is seeking a qualified Sonographer to perform echocardiograms. Candidates should possess an AMA-approved ultrasound program degree, valid sonography credential, and current BLS Certification.

This position offers a full-time schedule, with competitive pay ranging from $35.50 to $53.25 per hour. Additional benefits include a sign-on bonus, generous PTO, and education reimbursement, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved ultrasound program or CMA-accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound program.
• Valid sonography credential (RDMS, RDCS, or RCS).
• Current BLS Certification.
• One year patient experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency echocardiograms as requested by physicians.
• Explain procedures to patients or family members.
• Maintain equipment and report malfunctions.
• Analyze patient medical records for necessary information.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Sound judgment

Multitasking

Professionalism

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved School of Radiologic Technology

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Echocardiography equipment

Job description

Position Highlights

• Sign‑on Bonus: $15,000 for New Hire, $10,000 for New Grad (eligible candidates)
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000 for qualified candidates
• Location: Winston Salem, High Point, Greensboro, North Carolina
• Employment Type: Full Time and PRN
• Hours per Week: 40
• Schedule: Various
• Pay Range: $35.50 - $53.25

Compensation & Benefits

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose copay or HSA‑eligible options starting on first day
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts up to 25 days per year for vacations, sickness, holidays, etc.
• Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid maternity leave for birthing mothers & four weeks paid parental leave for non‑birthing parents
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer‑paid contributions
• Education Reimbursement: Up to $2,500 per year for bachelor’s degree and up to $5,000 per year for graduate degree

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA‑approved School of Radiologic Technology, AMA‑approved ultrasound course, or CMA‑accredited Diagnostic Ultrasound program
• Associate's degree preferred
• One year patient experience preferred
• Valid sonography credential (RDMS, RDCS, or RCS) registered through ARDMS or CCI
• Must be registered in appropriate cardiology specialty within two years of hire
• Current BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency echocardiograms (2‑D, 3‑D, Doppler, TEE, stress) as requested by physicians following established protocols
• Record quality information and follow procedural guidelines
• Explain procedures and side effects to patients or family members
• Provide echocardiography service at all locations, including portables, variable shifts, weekends, and emergent call coverage as scheduled
• Operate equipment and ancillary devices to obtain optimal diagnostic recordings
• Maintain equipment, make minor adjustments, repairs, routine cleaning, preventive maintenance, and report malfunctions to echo lab manager
• Analyze patient medical records for history of symptoms and necessary information for diagnostic procedures
• Prepare preliminary reports for review by Cardiologist
• Participate in quality improvement activities; evaluate procedure results for technical quality and accuracy; maintain logs
• Review department performance against established goals and implement changes to affect outcomes
• Maintain confidentiality of patients, employees, and company‑related activities
• Instruct students, fellows, nurses, or health personnel as requested
• Communicate technical and patient‑care information according to established processes and timelines
• Attend Echo Lab meetings and participate in related conferences for continuing education
• Work weekends, holidays, and on‑call as needed
• Cultivate a collaborative work environment within the department
• Level 4 Cardiac Sonographers have additional expectations:
  • Participate in dedicated research protocols as needed
  • Perform portable and lab echocardiograms in inpatient settings on weekends, holidays, and on call (must work in inpatient setting to qualify)
  • Act as resource in absence of leadership team to provide coverage
  • Actively participate in internal and external educational opportunities
  • Serve as role model for other cardiac sonographers
  • Troubleshoot Cardiac Ultrasound equipment issues and ensure resolution
• Troubleshoot issues with EMR and Cardiac PAC system

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Communicate effectively and professionally with physicians, staff, and other center personnel regarding patient care
• Communicate with patients across age groups
• Provide instruction and assess quality of other sonographers' work
• Strong organizational skills
• Maintain positive working relationship with staff and leadership
• Operate in a stressful environment with self‑control
• Use sound judgment in decision‑making
• Multitask and prioritize tasks effectively