Cardiovascular Sonographer- Heart & Vascular

WakeMed Health & Hospitals; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

WakeMed Health & Hospitals seeks an experienced Cardiovascular Sonographer to perform echocardiographic and vascular studies, capture high-quality images, and prepare preliminary reports for physician review.

The role emphasizes independent work within a busy cardiology practice, patient-centered care, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. BLS certification is required, hospital experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience performing echocardiographic and vascular ultrasound studies.
• Ability to prepare preliminary reports for provider review.
• Operate ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality cardiovascular images.
• Maintain patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction during procedures.
• Work independently while collaborating with providers and team members.
• Follow clinical guidelines, policies, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of cardiovascular ultrasound studies including echocardiograms and vascular studies.
• Prepare preliminary reports for provider review.
• Operate ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality images of cardiovascular anatomy.
• Maintain patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction during procedures.
• Work independently while collaborating with providers and team members.
• Follow established clinical guidelines and quality standards.

Skills

Echocardiography

Vascular Ultrasound

Preliminary reporting

Independent practice

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Cardiovascular Sonography

Graduate Cardiac Ultrasound

Graduate Peripheral Vascular Ultrasound

Job description

Overview

The Cardiovascular Sonographer at WakeMed Heart & Vascular plays an important role in providing high-quality cardiovascular imaging and an exceptional experience for our patients. In this highly visible practice, you’ll perform a variety of echocardiographic and vascular studies, using your clinical expertise and ultrasound technology to capture accurate, quality images and assist with preliminary reporting. This role is a great fit for an experienced sonographer who is confident working independently, adapts well to change, and enjoys collaborating with a team focused on delivering excellent patient care.

What You’ll Do

• Perform a variety of cardiovascular ultrasound studies, including:
• Echocardiograms
• Stress echocardiograms
• Arterial Doppler studies
• Abdominal aorta Doppler studies
• Venous Doppler studies
• Venous insufficiency studies
• Additional cardiovascular and vascular studies as needed
• Use ultrasound equipment to visualize and record high-quality images of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Complete preliminary reports accurately and efficiently for provider review.
• Work independently while maintaining strong communication and collaboration with providers and team members.
• Recognize challenges, take initiative, and proactively identify solutions to support an efficient practice.
• Adapt to changing patient volumes, priorities, workflows, and the evolving needs of the practice.
• Maintain a strong focus on patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction throughout each interaction.
• Follow established clinical guidelines, departmental policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Who We’re Looking For

• An experienced Cardiovascular Sonographer with proficiency in both echocardiographic and vascular studies.
• Someone comfortable independently performing studies and completing preliminary reports.
• A confident, adaptable professional who can work successfully in a busy, highly visible cardiology practice.
• A proactive problem solver who takes initiative rather than waiting to be asked.
• A dependable and accountable team member who follows through on commitments.
• Someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and communicates well with providers, colleagues, and patients.
• A sonographer who places patient care, safety, and satisfaction at the center of their work.
• Previous hospital experience is preferred but not required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.

The WakeWay to Excellence

• We put patients and families at the center of everything we do.
• We foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and collaboration to achieve the best outcomes.
• We embrace accountability, quality, and continuous improvement in our work.
• We support professional growth and encourage lifelong learning and development.
• We are committed to delivering compassionate care while advancing the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Department Description

Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, www.wakemed.org.

EOE

Licensure

Registered Vascular Technologist And Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Required - Or Registered Vascular Specialist And Registered Cardiac Sonographer Required

Education

Graduate Cardiac Ultrasound And Graduate Peripheral Vascular Ultrasound Required Associate's Degree Cardiovascular Sonography Preferred

Experience

1 Year Clinical - Ultrasound Required