Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

Live Well Homecare; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Live Well Homecare seeks a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer to perform advanced non-invasive cardiovascular imaging and assist in complex assessments across hospital locations.

The role requires RDCS certification, expertise in 3D echocardiography, strain imaging, and transcatheter procedures, with focus on accurate image capture, data analysis, and collaboration with physicians.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or trade school equivalency is required.
• RDCS certification is required.
• Knowledge of advanced echocardiographic techniques including 3D and strain imaging.
• Must have strong clinical judgment and communication skills.
• CPR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex echocardiography exams in various clinical settings.
• Assess cardiovascular conditions using patient history and imaging.
• Ensure high-quality image acquisition and accurate analysis.
• Collaborate with medical staff to support diagnosis and patient care.
• Support research and advanced imaging protocols.

Skills

3D Echocardiography

Strain imaging

Transcatheter procedures

Clinical judgment

Communication skills

Abnormality recognition

CPR certification

Education

Associate's Degree or Trade School equivalency

RDCS certification

Job description

Role Overview: This position involves performing non-invasive diagnostic cardiovascular tests, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography, to assist in diagnosing cardiac conditions. The

Role Overview: This position involves performing non-invasive diagnostic cardiovascular tests, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography, to assist in diagnosing cardiac conditions. The

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

conducts advanced imaging modalities such as 3D echocardiography, right heart strain, TAPSE, and PISA, supporting complex assessments like transcatheter procedures, congenital abnormalities, and transplanted organs. Responsibilities include evaluating patient history, capturing appropriate images, analyzing clinical data, and collaborating with healthcare teams. The role requires reviewing images, synthesizing results, and preparing preliminary findings for physicians. It involves working across various hospital locations, ensuring high-quality diagnostic services without after-hours call, and supporting research protocols.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Associate's Degree or Trade School equivalency
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification
• Knowledge of advanced echocardiographic techniques (3D, strain imaging, transcatheter procedures)
• Strong clinical judgment, communication skills, and ability to recognize abnormalities
• CPR certification preferred

Key Duties:

• Perform complex echocardiography exams in various settings
• Assess cardiovascular conditions based on patient history and imaging
• Ensure accurate image acquisition and analysis
• Collaborate with medical staff to support patient care and diagnosis
• Contribute to research and advanced imaging protocols

This role offers comprehensive benefits, including medical coverage, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Benefits:

• medical coverage
• retirement plans
• tuition assistance
• paid time off

Candidates will be contacted for further screening if selected for an interview process.