Echocardiographer

Novant Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health in the United States is seeking a certified cardiac sonographer to perform echocardiography studies and stress ECHOs, interpreting hemodynamic data to support patient care.

The role requires an RDCS or RCS credential with up to 6 months to registry, a high school diploma or GED with an associate degree or equivalent in cardiovascular program, and at least two years' echo experience preferred.

Ideally you will be part of a team that values compassionate care and professional growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 2 Year / Associate Degree preferred; Certification Program in lieu of Associate Degree accepted.
• Graduate from a formal Cardiovascular Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (preferred).
• Two years of echocardiography experience preferred.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS or RCS) required; new graduates have 6 months to pass registry.
• Must complete skills validation and competency testing; able to tailor care by patient age; strong verbal communication with staff and physicians.

Skills

Verbal communication

Patient data interpretation

Education

Associate Degree (2 Year)

Cardiovascular Program accreditation (CAAHEP)

Job description

What We Offer

Performs echocardiography studies and stress ECHOs. Recognizes, calculates, interprets, and analyzes the hemodynamic data served from echocardiography studies.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred. Certification Program in lieu of Associate Degree accepted. Graduate from a formal Cardiovascular Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, preferred.
• Experience: Two years of echocardiography experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Cardiac Sonographer, credentials RDCS or RCS (New Graduate will have 6 months to pass registry), required.
• Additional Skills (required): Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. Has knowledge and skills necessary to modify care according to patient(s)' age. Has the ability to interpret information to identify each patient(s)' requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs. Considerable verbal ability to effectively communicate observations and input to nursing staff, physicians, and other department staff.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.