Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient

Cone Health; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient to perform cardiac ultrasound procedures under supervision. The role emphasizes patient safety, effective communication, and collaboration with cardiologists to deliver accurate diagnostics and optimal patient outcomes.

Candidates must hold RDCS or RCS certification with BLS CPR. 0–1 year healthcare ultrasound experience is required, and a High School Diploma is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Required: RDCS or RCS certification.
• Required: BLS CPR certification.
• 0–1 year healthcare ultrasound experience or training program.
• High school diploma required.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and special cardiac ultrasound exams with high diagnostic quality.
• Analyzes data and communicates findings to reading cardiologists to aid diagnosis and planning.
• Operates, troubleshoots, and arranges repair of ultrasound equipment.
• Maintains CPR certification and readiness for emergencies.
• Administers image-enhancing agents as ordered to optimize echocardiogram quality.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Cardiac Sonographer Registered Inpatient performs cardiac ultrasound procedures under supervision of the department supervisor. The position delivers exceptional customer service through prioritization of patient safety, preferences, and effective communication. The role partners with patients, families, colleagues, and external stakeholders to deliver accurate cardiac diagnostics, patient-centered care, and optimal outcomes.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs routine and special exams consistent with established protocols with good diagnostic quality.
• Analyzes test data and accurately communicates findings to reading cardiologists to aid in proper diagnosis and treatment planning and ensure seamless collaboration between the sonographer and cardiologists.
• Operates, troubleshoots, and requests repair of all testing equipment to ensure accurate and reliable test results and promote patient safety and efficient workflow.
• Maintains professional and CPR certification to adhere to industry standards and ensure readiness to respond to any cardiac emergencies that may arise.
• Administers image enhancing agent as ordered to optimize quality of echocardiogram.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent

Experience

• Required: 0-1 years in Healthcare- Ultrasound Training program

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from Cardiovascular credentialing International (CCI); BLS (CPR) - American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare provider