Cardiac Sonographer – Day Shift + $5K Bonus + Benefits

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Associate Assistance Program

Job summary

UAB Medicine’s Cardiac Cath Lab team performs a broad range of outpatient diagnostics and interventional procedures to manage cardiovascular conditions. You’ll work with advanced imaging technologies in three labs, contributing to heart catheterization, PCI, stent placement, and TAVR procedures.

You will perform ultrasound exams, ensure image quality and patient data integrity, and support a high-performing imaging team in a busy cardiovascular service line at St Vincent's Birmingham.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire or transfer date (American Heart Association or Red Cross accepted)
• Cardiographic Sonographer credential issued by CCI must be obtained prior to hire or within 12 months of hire date
• Radiologic Technologist (Radiography) credentialed by ARRT obtained prior to or within 12 months of hire date
• Radiologic Technologist (Sonography) credentialed by ARRT obtained prior to or within 12 months of hire date
• ARDMS credential (e.g., RDCS/RVS/VT) obtained within 12 months of hire date
• Graduate of an accredited sonography program preferred
• High School Diploma with 2 years experience or Associate’s degree required

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic ultrasound exams to provide high-quality images for interpretation
• Set up and adjust all equipment; maneuver transducers for exams
• Ensure safety standards and perform quality control procedures
• Assist in a variety of cardiac and vascular imaging procedures
• Maintain image quality and proper patient data for PACS submission
• Keep department clean and compliant with regulatory standards
• Report equipment issues promptly and assist in maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent with 2 years of experience OR Associate’s degree

Graduate of an accredited sonography program (preferred)

Tools

CCI Cardiographic Sonographer credential

ARRT Radiologic Technologist credential (Radiography)

ARRT Radiologic Technologist (Sonography) credential

ARDMS RDCS/RVS/VT credential

Job description

UAB Medicine’s Cardiac Cath Lab team performs a broad range of outpatient diagnostics and interventional procedures to manage cardiovascular conditions. You’ll work with advanced imaging technologies in three labs, contributing to heart catheterization, PCI, stent placement, and TAVR procedures.

You will perform ultrasound exams, ensure image quality and patient data integrity, and support a high-performing imaging team in a busy cardiovascular service line at St Vincent's Birmingham.