Fetal Echo Sonographer

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 61,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a Fetal Echocardiography Sonographer for the Burnet Campus. This full-time role focuses on fetal echocardiography, with in-depth fetal training provided for experienced pediatric echo sonographers.

You will perform fetal echocardiograms, review patient history, provide oral summaries to physicians, prepare patients, differentiate artifacts, and use 2D/3D techniques.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in a related field.
• 0+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• ARDMS certification in fetal echocardiography (RDCS-FE)

Responsibilities

• Perform Fetal Echocardiogram - Obtain, review and bring together pertinent patient history, and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic results.
• Provide interpreting physicians with an oral summary of diagnostic results.
• Prepare patient for examination by explaining the procedure.
• Differentiate artifacts from normal or pathological processes and recognize limitations of the exam.
• Utilize 2D optimization and 3D manipulation techniques with ultrasound equipment to aid with producing high-quality diagnostic information.
• Report and Analyze Exam Results - Provide the interpreting physician an oral summary of diagnostic findings.
• Analyze the data, provide a preliminary written report, and review results with reading faculty for final interpretation.
• Teamwork - Share knowledge and provide technical support for each team member. Additionally, assist with teaching Fellows, visitors and new departmental staff; and/or collaborate with Fetal radiologist, MFM physicians, and surgical teams to provide diagnostic imaging and guidance during fetal surgical procedures.
• Research - May participate in clinical research related to prenatal cardiovascular disease. Measure and analyze echocardiographic data for research projects. Prepare and present findings in selected forums; at cardiology, obstetrical, echocardiography and/or sonography meetings; at meetings of potential funding sources (such as industry and The American Heart Association); at meetings of non-experts interested in medical research (students and journalists). Prepare and present scientific reports (abstracts, manuscripts, and articles) and manuals. May lead research projects as the principal investigator, generating the proposal and protocol for IRB approval.

Skills

ARDMS

Fetal echocardiography

RDCS-FE

Education

Associate's Degree in a related field

Job description

Job Details

Primary Location: Burnet Campus

Department: Fetal Cardiology Program

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Schedule: Full time

Weekly Hours: 40

FTE: 1

Employee Status: Regular*

Expected Starting Pay Range: $44.00 - $56.10*

Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Full-time, Monday - Friday

Fetal echocardiography only

In-depth fetal training will be provided for experienced pediatric echo sonographers.

The fetal echo sonographer utilizes high frequency sound waves and other diagnostic techniques for medical diagnosis. The professional level of this health care service requires highly skilled and competent individuals who function as integral members of the health care team. The diagnostic sonographer must be able to produce and evaluate ultrasound images and related data that are used by physicians to render a medical diagnosis. The diagnostic sonographer must acquire and maintain specialized technical skills and medical knowledge to render quality care.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform Fetal Echocardiogram - Obtain, review and bring together pertinent patient history, and supporting clinical data to facilitate diagnostic results.
• Provide interpreting physicians with an oral summary of diagnostic results.
• Prepare patient for examination by explaining the procedure.
• Differentiate artifacts from normal or pathological processes and recognize limitations of the exam.
• Utilize 2D optimization and 3D manipulation techniques with ultrasound equipment to aid with producing high-quality diagnostic information.
• Report and Analyze Exam Results - Provide the interpreting physician an oral summary of diagnostic findings.
• Analyze the data, provide a preliminary written report, and review results with reading faculty for final interpretation.
• Teamwork - Share knowledge and provide technical support for each team member. Additionally, assist with teaching Fellows, visitors and new departmental staff; and/or collaborate with Fetal radiologist, MFM physicians, and surgical teams to provide diagnostic imaging and guidance during fetal surgical procedures.
• Research - May participate in clinical research related to prenatal cardiovascular disease. Measure and analyze echocardiographic data for research projects. Prepare and present findings in selected forums; at cardiology, obstetrical, echocardiography and/or sonography meetings; at meetings of potential funding sources (such as industry and The American Heart Association); at meetings of non-experts interested in medical research (students and journalists). Prepare and present scientific reports (abstracts, manuscripts, and articles) and manuals. May lead research projects as the principal investigator, generating the proposal and protocol for IRB approval.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's Degree in a related field
• 0+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
• ARDMS certification in fetal echocardiogrpahy (RDCS-FE)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in a related field
• 2+ years of work experience in pediatric echocardiography
• Fetal Echo experience

About Us

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's is:

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)
• Funding Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025), America's Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation'sAmerica's Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
• We Embrace Innovation-Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future-for all of us.
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