Cardiac Sonographer/On-Call/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer on-call to perform accurate and quality diagnostic adult echocardiography exams in accordance with ICAEL guidelines. The role requires a solid understanding of ultrasound equipment, medical terminology, and the cardiac disease process.

The successful candidate will hold ARDMS certification (RDCS or RCS preferred), an Allied Health degree, and be able to obtain data for physician interpretation.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have an Allied Health degree; ARDMS certification; RDCS or RCS ; experience performing echocardiograms and stress testing in a patient care center; general computer skills (to include Microsoft Office); and strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and quality diagnostic adult cardiac exams in accordance with ICAEL guidelines.
• Obtain data to disseminate for physician interpretation and ensure proper measurements and calculations.
• Maintain ultrasonic equipment and patient safety; adhere to university and ICAEL standards.

Skills

Echocardiograms

Stress testing

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Education

Allied Health degree

ARDMS certification

RDCS or RCS

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title: Cardiac Sonographer/On-Call/UKHC

Requisition Number: DU11705

Department Name: H3130:Gill Heart Institute

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $26.00 - $45.75

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: On Call

Required Education: AS

Required Related Experience: No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification: American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography ( ARDMS ) Registered Diagnostic Sonographer or Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Cardiac Sonographer within one year of hire date.

Physical Requirements: The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift: Monday-Friday; 7:30am-4pm, weekends and holidays optional

Job Summary: UK Healthcare is currently looking for an Echocardiology Technician to perform accurate and quality diagnostic adult cardiac exams in accordance with ICAEL guidelines. This person will have a good understanding of ultrasound equipment, accurate knowledge of medical terminology, as well as the cardiac disease process. They will be expected to perform accurate measurements and calculations, properly obtain data to disseminate and provide for physician interpretation.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: The ideal candidate will have an Allied Health degree; ARDMS certification; RDCS or RCS ; experience performing echocardiograms and stress testing in a patient care center; general computer skills (to include Microsoft Office); and strong customer service skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience: Preferred Allied Health Degree, ARDMS and general computer skills (strength in Microsoft Office, general knowledge of ultrasound equipment, and strong customer service skills preferred. Also prefer 3-4 years of experience.

Deadline to Apply: 09/30/2026

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