Lead Cardiac Sonographer

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Augusta Hospital in Georgia seeks an experienced Cardiac Sonographer Supervisor to coordinate daily operations of the cardiac sonography team, ensure IAC requirements are met, and deliver high-quality patient care across adolescent to geriatric populations.

The role emphasizes team leadership, adherence to credentialing standards (RDCS, RCS), and ongoing supervision under the manager, with responsibilities for patient safety and efficient patient flow.

Qualifications

• Graduate of registry approved ultrasound program or equivalent experience according to Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC).
• Credential requirements: RDCS and RCS are required.

Responsibilities

• Daily coordination of the activities of the cardiac sonographer staff and technical supervision, ensuring IAC standards.
• Provide complex ultrasound care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and monitor patient flow.

Education

Graduate of registry approved ultrasound program or equivalent experience according to Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC)

Job description

Overview

When you join Piedmont, you’re not just changing your work environment. We open doors to real change in the lives we touch — especially yours. We’re committed to bringing award-winning care to communities across Georgia and celebrating the strength our diversity creates. Together, we’re doing big things. One employee, one team, and one community at a time.Piedmont is a place where your work truly matters—and where you’re supported to do your best every day. We offer a collaborative culture, innovative resources, and leadership that is genuinely invested in your growth. With competitive benefits, wellness programs, and opportunities for advancement, you’ll have what you need to thrive now and build a strong future.

Responsibilities

Daily coordination of the activities of the cardiac sonographer staff, technical supervision including maintaining current technical requirements of Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC), comprehensive patient care and safety. Work with the manager or supervisor to provide team leadership of the Cardiac Sonography team.Able to provide complex technical care with the use of ultrasound technology for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. Monitors patient care delivery and facilitates patient flow.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of registry approved ultrasound program or equivalent experience according to Intersocietal Accreditation Commission (IAC) Required

Work Experience

• Must meet requirements of highest leveled Cardiac Sonography Technologist at the assigned entity Required
• 5 years of related experience as a hospital inpatient or outpatient / ambulatory cardiac sonographer Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) . Credential in echocardiography in one of the following : Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) Required
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) Required

Business Unit : Company Name

Piedmont Augusta Hospital