Cardiac Sonographer - Registered - Cardiology Float Pool - Full Time - 8 Hour - Days

John Muir Health; California, Walnut Creek (MO, CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled cardiac sonographer to assist in diagnosing and treating heart conditions. This role involves operating ultrasound equipment to produce vital images and data, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the process. The ideal candidate will have completed a cardiac sonography program and possess strong skills in echocardiography and EKG procedures. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality care in a dynamic environment, where your expertise will play a crucial role in patient health and recovery.

Qualifications

• Completion of Cardiac Sonography Program is required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases using ultrasound.
• Produce images of heart muscle and functioning for analysis.

Skills

Typing Speed (60 WPM)

Transthoracic Echocardiography

Transesophageal Echocardiography

Stress Echocardiography

EKG Skills

Holter Monitor Hook-up

Medical Terminology

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Ultrasound Equipment Operation

Education

Cardiac Sonography Program

Job description

Job Description:

Under the direct supervision of the site Physician, provides health care services to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Produces images of heart muscle and functioning by setting up ultrasound equipment; attaching electrodes to the chest and equipment; operating and adjusting equipment; recording cardiac data and measurements; protecting and helping patients. The sonographer is required to be available to travel to various sites and may be required to work varying shifts for varying lengths of time as assigned.

Education:

• Completion of Cardiac Sonography Program - Required

Certifications/Licensures:

• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association - Required

Skills:

• Must be able to type 60 WPM with minimum errors.
• Proficient in adult Transthoracic, Transesophageal, Stress echocardiography, EKG, and Holter monitor hook-up.
• Familiarity with medical terminology.
• Good organizational, grammatical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work with a variety of ultrasound equipment.

Work Shift:

08:00 - 17:00, no waiver (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$62.53 - $84.40 hourly

Offer amounts are based on demonstrated/relevant experience and/or licensure. Pay will be adjusted to the local market if hired outside of the Bay Area.

Note: Positions at JMH which are exempt (not eligible for overtime) under the level of Manager are listed as hourly for compensation purposes on this posting. The work shift will contain the word 'exempt' on it.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40