Cardiovascular Sonographer - NCHV Capital Heart

UNC Health; United States; On-site; USD 49,414 - 71,042; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is looking for a dedicated Sonographer to provide patient care and technical support in cardiovascular diagnostics. The role involves performing ultrasound imaging, maintaining equipment, and delivering pre- and post-procedure care.

Applicants should have an Associate's degree in Sonography or Radiology and complete a twelve-month ultrasound program. This full-time role is located in Raleigh, NC and offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Registered by ARDMS or CCI, or registry eligible, and must maintain registry status.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver pre‑procedure and post‑procedure patient care including CPR.
• Calibrate and maintain equipment daily, performing quality assurance monitoring.
• Generate ultrasound images of the heart and vascular structures.
• Prepare procedure room and equipment for daily use.

Education

Associate’s degree in Sonography, Radiology or a related field

Completion of a twelve (12) month ultrasound program

Job description

Summary

Employs radiologic sciences technology to perform various patient care, technical, and diagnostic tasks targeted to the care of patients with cardiovascular disease. Major tasks include ultrasound imaging, patient preparation and post procedure care, procedure room set‑up and cleaning, and quality monitoring.

This position qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid over a three (3) year work commitment.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competence in delivering pre‑procedure and post‑procedure patient care including, but not limited to patient assessment pre‑ and post‑procedure care and emergency cardiac care (CPR is required). Assistance with post‑procedure transport may be required.
• Ensures equipment is calibrated and properly maintained on a daily basis. Performs and records all equipment maintenance and quality assurance monitoring. Troubleshoots and identifies any equipment problems and reports to appropriate supervisor.
• Generates ultrasound images of the heart and/or vascular related structures.
• May perform staff training and education.
• Monitors and records patient information and maintains report storage and data systems. Compiles and enters data necessary for charge entry and prepares reports. Responsible for retrieval of stored information and reports from the automated storage system.
• Prepares procedure room and equipment for daily use and is responsible for timely and efficient room preparation between procedures.

Education Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Sonography, Radiology or a related field within 3 months of hire.
• Completion of a twelve (12) month ultrasound program within 3 months of hire.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS), Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or be registry eligible and become registered within one (1) year from date of hire. Must maintain registry status and continuing education requirements annually.

Professional Experience Requirements

• No prior experience required.

Job Details

• Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
• Entity: UNC Health Medical Group
• Organization Unit: NCHV Capital Heart
• Work Type: Full Time
• Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00
• Salary Range: $35.87 - $51.57 per hour (Hiring Range)
• Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity
• Work Assignment Type: Onsite
• Work Schedule: Day Job
• Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh
• Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

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