Cardiac Sonographer/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 48,202 - 62,956; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Lexington, KY is seeking a full-time Cardiac Sonographer to perform diagnostic cardiac exams. This role requires knowledge of ultrasound equipment and medical terminology, along with strong customer service and Microsoft Office skills. Candidates must be registered diagnostic sonographers within one year of hire. The position involves four 10-hour shifts with rotating weekends and holidays, and prior experience in echocardiography is preferred.

Qualifications

• ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Sonographer or Cardiovascular Credentialing International Registered Cardiac Sonographer required within one year.
• Physical ability to handle equipment and patient care.
• 3-4 years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate and quality diagnostic adult cardiac exams following IAC guidelines.
• Understand ultrasound equipment and medical terminology.
• Accurately measure and obtain data for physician interpretation.

Skills

Experience in echocardiography

Microsoft Office skills

General knowledge of ultrasound equipment

Strong customer service skills

Education

Allied health degree

Job description

Job Title: Cardiac Sonographer/UKHC

Requisition Number: RE52748

Working Title: Cardiac Sonographer/UKHC

Department Name: H3130:Gill Heart Institute

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 11

Salary Range: $34.99-45.70/hour

Type Of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

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 physical requirements for this position include the ability to: stand or walk with, push and/or pull, objects up to or over 50 lbs.; regularly sit at a computer workstation for extended periods of time while performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); occasional-intermittent risk of exposure to, or injury from, job-related equipment and patients, cuts/punctures, hazardous chemicals and waste, radiation, burns, bloodborne/airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people or patients. Occasional job-related travel may also be required.

Shift: Four, 10-hour shifts with rotating weekends and some holidays required

Job Summary

UK Healthcare is currently looking for an Cardiac Sonographer to perform accurate and quality diagnostic adult cardiac exams in accordance with IAC 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. General computer skills (strength in Microsoft Office) general knowledge of ultrasound equipment, and strong customer service skills preferred.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Experience in echocardiography
• Microsoft Office skills
• General knowledge of ultrasound equipment
• Strong customer service skills

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? : No

Preferred Education/Experience

Allied health degree; three to four years of related experience; Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential; and experience performing echocardiograms and stress testing in a patient care setting.

Deadline To Apply: 01/14/2026

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