Cardiac Sonographer III

Sutter Health; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

SGMF-Sutter Gould Med Foundation is hiring a diagnostic cardiac sonographer to perform high-complexity echocardiography and related imaging studies. You will handle adult congenital cases and contribute to research projects within the department.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited cardiac sonography program, BLS, and certification options (RCS/ACS or RDCS variants). The role requires strong teamwork and adherence to privacy and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program.
• 2 of the following: Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS), Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS), RDCS variants.
• BLS Healthcare Provider.
• Ability to perform high complexity 3D/4D imaging, TTE, and related studies.

Responsibilities

• Perform high complexity echocardiography procedures.
• Include adult congenital heart echocardiograms.
• Participate in cardiac research projects.
• Imaging in LVAD/ECMO, post-transplant, and congenital patients.

Skills

Cardiac sonography expertise

Trauma/emergency response

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

PHI privacy

Education

Graduation from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program

Tools

EPIC

PACS

RIS

LIS

EHR

Job description

Organization

SGMF-Sutter Gould Med Foundation

Position Overview

Performs diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures of high complexity to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with policies, values and mission of the organization. Responsible for all commonly performed echocardiography procedures in the department with a high level of competence.

In Addition To Those Performed By Lower Levels, Performs

• adult congenital heart echocardiograms
• cardiac research projects

Education

Job Description

• Other: Graduation from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program

Certification & Licensure

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
• 2 of the following:
  • RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer
  • ACS (CCI) - Advanced Cardiac Sonographer
  • ARDMS - RDCS(AE) - Adult
  • ARDMS - RDCS(PE) - Pediatric
  • ARDMS - RDCS(FE) - Fetal
  • ARDMS - RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist (allowed for those who entered this job prior to 06/17/2024)
• OR Performs one of the following:
  • Acquisition and post processing high complexity 3D/4D imaging and strain imaging
  • Imaging pre and post structural heart transthoracic echocardiograms
  • Left ventricular Assist Device and ECMO Imaging
  • Cardiac transplant patients
  • Adult congenital patients
  • Involvement in cardiac research projects that incorporate echocardiography
  • Vascular modalities in addition to cardiac imaging
  • Cardiac MRI acquisition and analysis

Required Experience

• 5 years recent relevant experience.

Skills And Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including substantial experience responding to traumas, code blues, medical alerts, STAT calls, and various hospital emergencies.
• Skilled in performing cardiac sonographic examinations with an extensive understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology so as to recognize, prioritize and communicate suspicious or abnormal results.
• Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
• Robust knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS).
• Prioritize activities and work within defined policies, procedures, and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines; help determine appropriate approach for new assignments
• Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
• Use experience and existing precedents or procedures to resolve atypical or infrequent problems; provide informal guidance and support to junior team members.
• Ensure the privacy of each patient’s PHI.
• Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

10

Days Of The Week

Variable

Weekend Requirements

Saturday, Sunday

Benefits

No

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

30

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $68.08 to $95.30 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.