Echocardiographer

Novant Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer to perform echocardiography studies and stress ECHOs, interpreting hemodynamic data and supporting patient care. The role requires RDCS/RCS credentials or progress toward registry, with several educational paths and 2 years of echocardiography experience preferred.

Applicants should demonstrate strong communication with nursing staff and physicians, and exhibit age-appropriate care modifications.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Cardiac Sonographer or RDCS/RCS required or pending registry.
• Experience in echocardiography and interpretation of hemodynamic data.
• Graduate from an accredited cardiovascular program preferred.

Skills

Echocardiography experience

Age-specific care

Care interpretation

Verbal communication

Competency testing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree (preferred)

Cardiovascular program (CAAHEP-accredited)

Certification Program in lieu of Associate Degree

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.