Cardiac Sonographer II, High Point Medical Center

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 52,624 - 78,936; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus: $15,000

Relocation Assistance up to $5,000

Day 1 Health Coverage

Generous PTO

Parental Benefits

Retirement Contributions

Education Reimbursement

Job summary

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is seeking a full-time Echocardiography Technologist to join their Cardiology department in High Point, North Carolina. The ideal candidate will perform diagnostic echocardiograms and assist in developing policies reflective of current practices.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of a cardiac ultrasound training program, and certification in Echocardiography. The position offers a competitive pay range of $38.20 - $57.30 per hour, alongside attractive benefits including a sign-on bonus and education reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a cardiac ultrasound training program is required.
• Certification or registration in Echocardiography (RDCS) is required.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic echocardiograms and advanced procedures as ordered.
• Assist in the development of policies and procedures in collaboration with leadership.
• Maintain patient medical records and organize reporting processes.
• Demonstrate knowledge to respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Echocardiography

Emergency response

Patient communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Cardiac ultrasound training program

Certification in Echocardiography (RDCS)

Job description

Position Overview

Department: 02050 WFBMG University Group Practice: High Point Main - Cardiology

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8 am to 5 pm

Pay Range: $38.20 - $57.30

Sign on Bonus eligible.

Position Highlights

• Sign on Bonus: $15,000 sign on bonus provided the candidate meets eligibility requirements.
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000 in Relocation Assistance (for qualified candidates)
• Location: High Point, North Carolina
• Full Time

Benefits Offered

• Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.
• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at up to 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Parental Benefits: Six weeks paid birthing-mother maternity leave & four weeks paid parental leave for non-birthing parents.
• Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.
• Education Reimbursement: Up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor's degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Completion of a cardiac ultrasound training program required.
• Completion of certification or registration in Echocardiography (RDCS) required.
• BLS required.
• Meets all qualifications of Echocardiography Tech II ladder requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to respond to emergency situations.
• Assists in development of policies, procedures, and standards of care reflective of current practice/literature in collaboration with leadership.
• Demonstrates leadership as a preceptor and serves as a clinical resource for others.
• Performs diagnostic echocardiograms, TEE, stress echo, and advanced procedures as ordered by physicians.
• Records quality information while performing echocardiographic imaging and follows procedural guidelines and protocols.
• Explains procedures and possible side effects to the patient or family members.
• Confirms all physician requests and evaluates patient’s clinical history for proper clinical indicators and possible contraindications for requested procedures.
• Collaborates with physicians to ensure quality patient care.
• Operates equipment used to perform echocardiograms.
• Maintains patient medical records.
• Organizes three stages involved in the reporting process: study completion, physician interpretation, and final report.
• Submits final reports to appropriate nursing unit, physician office, or medical records as requested.
• Accepts charge and preceptor responsibilities upon request.
• Takes call, works weekends, and rotates holidays as needed.

Additional Responsibilities

Responsible for the direct provision of patient care and for assisting the manager with daily cardiac ultrasound operations, including coordination of patient care/outcomes and communications. Assists in performance improvement activities, service recovery, and compliance with regulatory agency requirements.