Cardiac Sonographer - Cardiac Testing - Sonographer

Piedmont Healthcare; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital is seeking a skilled Diagnostic Medical Sonographer to operate ultrasound equipment for clinical exams and invasive procedures. You will provide comprehensive patient care across all ages and collaborate with radiology teams to ensure accurate imaging and documentation.

The role requires graduation from an AMA approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program, and at least 1 year of related experience in hospital or outpatient settings, with current BCLS and

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program.
• Active patient care skills across neonatal to geriatric populations.
• Excellent communication with staff and radiologists.

Responsibilities

• Operate ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic exams and routine invasive procedures.
• Provide patient services using ultrasound equipment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology.

Skills

Ultrasound imaging

Patient care

Effective communication

Education

AMA approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program

Job description

Overview

Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices. Provides patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics. Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.

Responsibilities

Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices. Provides patient services utilizing ultrasound equipment. Demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and pathology. Provides patient care to all age groups to include neonatal, pediatrics, adult, and geriatrics. Communicates effectively with staff and radiologists.

Qualifications

Education~ Graduate of an AMA approved Diagnostic Medical Sonography Program Required

Work Experience

1 year of related experience as a hospital inpatient or outpatient / ambulatory cardiac sonographer Required

Licenses and Certifications

BCLS - Basic Life Support Required andRCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer Required orARDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Required orCCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International Required

Business Unit : Company NamePiedmont Athens Regional Hospital