Cardiac Sonographer/On-Call/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer on-call to perform accurate and quality diagnostic adult cardiac exams in accordance with ICAEL guidelines. The role requires ultrasound equipment knowledge, medical terminology, and strong data collection for physician interpretation.

The candidate should hold an Allied Health degree, ARDMS certification, and RDCS or RCS credentials within one year of hire, with on-call shifts Monday–Friday and occasional weekends.

Qualifications

• Allied Health degree; ARDMS certification; RDCS or RCS.
• Experience performing echocardiograms and stress testing in a patient care center.
• General computer skills (including Microsoft Office).
• Strong customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and quality diagnostic adult cardiac exams.
• Properly obtain data for physician interpretation.

Skills

Allied Health degree

ARDMS Certification

RDCS or RCS

Ultrasound experience

Stress testing experience

Medical terminology

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Education

AS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Ultrasound equipment

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 11/30/2026

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