Cardiac Sonographer I — Onsite Role with Growth Path

UCHealth University of Colorado Health; Highlands Ranch (CO); On-site; USD 58,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus up to $5000

Job summary

UCHealth UCHlth Highlands Ranch Hospital in Colorado is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to perform echocardiogram procedures in accordance with scope and standards of practice, often independently under minimal supervision.

The role requires RDCS or RCS certification, BLS, and documented experience in cardiac ultrasound; you will educate patients, select imaging parameters, monitor status, ensure safety, and report results. On-site role with competitive pay and relocation bonus.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Sonography program OR Associate’s degree in allied health OR a Bachelor’s degree in any area.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and any relevant life support certification as determined at position level.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Independently performs echocardiography procedures on patients. Selects and uses transducers according to anatomy; differentiates normal and abnormal structures; assures that sufficient information has been acquired to provide diagnosis.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. When indicated, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Monitors patient condition and reports changes in status.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions. Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.

Skills

RDCS

RCS

BLS

Registered Sonographer

Reg Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer

Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer

Education

Cardiac Sonography program

Associate’s degree in allied health

Bachelor’s degree in any area

Job description

UCHealth UCHlth Highlands Ranch Hospital in Colorado is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to perform echocardiogram procedures in accordance with scope and standards of practice, often independently under minimal supervision.

The role requires RDCS or RCS certification, BLS, and documented experience in cardiac ultrasound; you will educate patients, select imaging parameters, monitor status, ensure safety, and report results. On-site role with competitive pay and relocation bonus.