Cardiac Sonographer I - Part Time

Novant Health; Wilmington, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health seeks a Cardiac Sonographer I to oversee the echo lab daily operations, maintain equipment, and report failures, while driving quality improvements. The role requires knowledge of basic transthoracic and transesophageal echoes and strong collaboration with a Cardiologist to ensure optimal imaging.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, an associate degree (preferred), and RDCS or RCS certification with a six‑month grace period for new graduates.

Qualifications

• Education: High School or GED, required. 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred.
• Graduate from a formal Cardiovascular Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
• Experience: One year, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Cardiac Sonographer, credentials RDCS or RCS (New Graduates will have 6 months to pass registry), required.
• Additional Skills/Requirements (required): Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment. Ability to evaluate echocardiogram to acquire diagnostic information. Ability to shift workload to meet patient needs. Ability to use independent judgement to acquire optimum echocardiogram information.

Responsibilities

• Daily operations of the echo lab.
• Equipment maintenance and reporting failures.
• Quality improvement activities.
• Work closely with Cardiologist to obtain optimal echocardiography quality.

Skills

Operate sonographic equipment

Echocardiogram evaluation

Adapt to emergencies

Patient communication

Independent judgment

Follow procedures

Echocardiography interpretation

Education

High School or GED

Associate degree (2-year)

Cardiovascular program graduate

Job description

What We Offer

The Cardiac Sonographer I is responsible for daily operations of the echo lab, equipment maintenance, the report of equipment failures, and quality improvement. The sonographer maintains a high standard of medical ethics at all times and is self-motivated to increase level of understanding and knowledge of the anatomy and pathology.

The sonographer is proficient in performing basic transthoracic echoes and transesophageal echoes. The sonographer should have knowledge in diagnostic digital images and hemodynamic data for physician interpretation. Work closely with Cardiologist to obtain optimal echocardiography quality.

What You'll Do

Education: High School or GED, required. 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred.

Graduate from a formal Cardiovascular Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

Experience: One year, preferred.

Refer to the Life Support Training Policy NH-HR-3096.

Licensure/Certification: Registered Cardiac Sonographer, credentials RDCS or RCS (New Graduates will have 6 months to pass registry), required.

Additional Skills/Requirements (required):

• Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment.


• Ability to evaluate echocardiogram in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information.


• Ability to shift workload to meet patient needs.


• Ability to use independent judgement to acquire the optimum echocardiogram information in each examination performed.


• Ability to follow established departmental procedures.


• Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations.


• Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of echocardiography interpretation, echocardiography skills, and considerable echocardiography abilities.


• Communication skills and sensitivity to patient needs.


• Ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs.

What We\'re Looking For

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

178857