Echocardiography Technologist with Sign-on Bonus

Medical University of South Carolina; South Carolina; On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outpatient schedule

Team environment

Lower patient volumes

Competitive compensation

Relocation assistance

Rural impact

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks a Cardiovascular Sonographer for an outpatient setting serving a rural community in South Carolina. You will perform non-invasive cardiac and vascular ultrasound, ensuring precise imaging, timely reporting, and a patient-centric experience.

This 30-hour weekly, day-shift role supports a close-knit team with a focus on high-quality care, ongoing collaboration with physicians, and opportunities to impact rural cardiovascular diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Sonography program.
• Registered or registry-eligible with ARDMS (RDCS/RVT) or CCI (RCS/RVS).
• Strong knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy and pathology.
• Excellent patient care and communication skills.
• Completion of the Basic Arrhythmia Course.
• Current AHA/BLS certification for Healthcare Providers.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality echocardiograms and vascular ultrasound studies (carotid, venous, arterial).
• Ensure accurate image acquisition and preliminary analysis for physician interpretation.
• Maintain patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality throughout procedures.
• Collaborate with providers to optimize diagnostic outcomes.
• Maintain equipment and adhere to quality assurance protocols.
• Document and communicate findings clearly and efficiently.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Cardiovascular knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Diagnostic Medical Sonography/ Cardiovascular Sonography program

ARDMS/CCI certification eligibility

Job description

Job Description Summary

Now offering a $12,500 sign-on bonus!

• No nights
• No weekends
• No call
• Outpatient setting
• Close-knit team
• Relocation assistance
• Lower patient volumes
• Meaningful impact in an underserved community

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC005704 ORBG - BBEMC Cardiology

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-28

Scheduled Weekly Hours

30

Work Shift

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Cardiovascular Sonographer performs a variety of non-invasive cardiac and vascular ultrasound procedures to support the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. This role works closely with physicians and clinical staff to ensure accurate imaging, timely reporting, and an exceptional patient experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform high-quality echocardiograms and vascular ultrasound studies (e.g., carotid, venous, arterial)
• Ensure accurate image acquisition and preliminary analysis for physician interpretation
• Maintain patient comfort, safety, and confidentiality throughout procedures
• Collaborate with providers to optimize diagnostic outcomes
• Maintain equipment and adhere to quality assurance protocols
• Document and communicate findings clearly and efficiently

Why Join Us?

• Predictable outpatient schedule (no nights, weekends, or call)
• Close-knit team environment with strong provider collaboration
• Lower patient volumes = higher quality care and patient connection
• Competitive compensation + benefits package
• Relocation assistance and sign-on bonus available (if applicable)
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a rural community

About Our Facility

Our stand-alone outpatient center is committed to delivering accessible, high-quality cardiovascular diagnostic services to a rural population. We pride ourselves on personalized care, strong community ties, and clinical excellence.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Sonography program
• Registered or registry-eligible with ARDMS (RDCS/RVT) or CCI (RCS/RVS)
• Strong knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy and pathology
• Excellent patient care and communication skills
• Completion of the Basic Arrhythmia Course.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in both cardiac and vascular imaging
• Prior experience in an outpatient or rural healthcare setting
• Ability to work independently with strong clinical judgment

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas.(Frequent)Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces.(Frequent)Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability totwist atthe waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions.(Frequent)Ability to perform "pinching" operations.(Frequent)Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that cannotassistin the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100additionalpounds,assistancewill berequiredfrom another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair oncarpet. 25 lbs. of forceis required topush a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability tomaintain20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes.(Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance.(Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability todeterminedistance/relationship between objects; depthperception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability tomaintainhearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime asrequired.(Frequent)Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability tomaintaintactile sensory functions.(Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability tomaintaingood olfactory sensory function.(Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and asrequired. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Sonography program
• Registered or registry-eligible with ARDMS (RDCS/RVT) or CCI (RCS/RVS)
• Strong knowledge of cardiac and vascular anatomy and pathology
• Excellent patient care and communication skills
• Completion of the Basic Arrhythmia Course.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in both cardiac and vascular imaging
• Prior experience in an outpatient or rural healthcare setting
• Ability to work independently with strong clinical judgment

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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