Lead Cardiac Echo Sonographer, Pediatric Cath Lab, Baptist Health

Baptist Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Lead Cardiac Echo Sonographer for the Cardiology Department in Downtown Jacksonville, FL. This full-time role includes call rotation and supports patient-centered care within a busy cardiac imaging service.

The ideal candidate will perform advanced ultrasound studies, collaborate with cardiologists, and contribute to ongoing quality and safety in the department. A strong emphasis on patient comfort and education is essential.

Qualifications

• ARDMS or CCI credential within 18 months of hire.
• 1–2 years of cardiac sonography experience preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients and clinical teams.
• Background screening as part of employment process.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and other healthcare providers.
• Provide cross-coverage and back-up support in the Cardiac Department.
• Deliver compassionate patient care and educate patients for procedures.
• Maintain equipment, document procedures, and follow department protocols.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

ARDMS/CCI Cardiac Echo credentials

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

About Wolfson Children’s Hospital Wolfson Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the region, and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S. We’re a part of Baptist Health, which is recognized as a top place to work in health care and features several centers of excellence, including Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children’s Hospital.

Lead Cardiac Echo Sonographer - Baptist Medical Center to join our Cardiology Department at Baptist Downtown in Jacksonville, Florida.

This is a Full-Time position with a call rotation, offering flexibility while still being part of a dedicated, patient-centered team.

As a Cardiac Echo Sonographer, you will be responsible for:

• Performing high-quality diagnostic examinations of the heart using advanced ultrasound techniques, ensuring accurate imaging and reporting.
• Collaborating with cardiologists and other healthcare providers to support patient care and treatment decisions.
• Providing cross-coverage and as-needed back-up support to other non-invasive areas of the Cardiac Department to maintain seamless operations.
• Delivering compassionate patient care by preparing and educating patients for procedures, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Maintaining equipment, documenting procedures accurately, and adhering to department protocols and quality standards.

Cardiac Echo Sonographer, Diagnostic Cardiology Department, Experience;

• 1-2 Years of Cardiac Sonographer Experience

Experience Requirements

• Adult Echo credentials through either ARDMS or CCI are required within 18 months of hire.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact with patients, families, and clinical teams.
• Previous experience in cardiac sonography preferred, but not required — we provide a supportive environment for growth and learning.

Positions designated as requiring a level II Background ( A detailed fingerprint-based screening for positions of trust that check state (FDLE) and national (FBI) criminal history) will undergo screening as a condition of employment and continued employment. For additional information, please visit Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Primary Location

Downtown - Main Building