Cardiovascular Sonographer I: Grow in Cardiac Imaging

UCHealth University of Colorado Health; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

UCHealth University of Colorado Health in Aurora, CO, is seeking a skilled Sonographer to perform routine and emergency echocardiograms and vascular ultrasound tests in outpatient or bedside settings.

The role requires an accredited education in sonography, professional registration, and at least two years of related experience. Nurses and technologists will work in a structured career ladder, with options for skill growth in a fast-paced imaging department.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited diagnostic medical sonography, diagnostic cardiac sonography or vascular technology program.
• 2 years of related experience.
• Registered Sonographer
• Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer
• Registered Vascular Specialist
• Adult Echocardiography
• Registered Vascular Tech
• BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs responsibilities of underlying job(s) and acts as subject matter expert in providing board certified level of care. Prepares patients for procedures within scope of practice.
• Assists physician with performing diagnostic and therapeutic cardiac and/or vascular interventional procedures. Performs, analyzes imaging procedures and results; takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. Assists with monitoring patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.

Skills

Registered Sonographer

Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer

Registered Vascular Specialist

Adult Echocardiography

BLS

2 years experience

Education

Accredited diagnostic medical sonography program

Accredited diagnostic cardiac sonography program

Vascular technology program

Job description

UCHealth University of Colorado Health in Aurora, CO, is seeking a skilled Sonographer to perform routine and emergency echocardiograms and vascular ultrasound tests in outpatient or bedside settings.

The role requires an accredited education in sonography, professional registration, and at least two years of related experience. Nurses and technologists will work in a structured career ladder, with options for skill growth in a fast-paced imaging department.