Lead Cardiac Sonographer – Echo & Team Leadership

Northwesternmedicine; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Lead Cardiac Sonographer to coordinate echo services and lead a skilled team in performing adult echocardiography, including 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, and stress studies. The role emphasizes workflow management, staff training, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

The candidate should have an accredited cardiac ultrasound background, ARDMS/CCI registry status, and strong communication skills to liaise with physicians and administration.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in sciences
• Graduate from accredited cardiac ultrasound program
• Active ARDMS or CCI Echo registry status
• 3 years hospital-based Doppler/transesophageal/stress echo experience
• BLS certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform inpatient and outpatient echocardiography: 2-D, M-Mode, pulsed/ CW, color and tissue Doppler in adults.
• Coordinate daily workflow, echo procedures, and staffing scheduling.
• Oversee echo staff, training and competency development for new hires and interns.
• Assist with inventory management and charge capture.
• Follow department and hospital policies to ensure patient safety and reduce errors.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Leadership

Scheduling

Education

Associate Degree of Science

Graduate from accredited cardiac ultrasound program

BLS Certified

ARDMS Echo registry status

Job description

Northwestern Medicine is seeking a Lead Cardiac Sonographer to coordinate echo services and lead a skilled team in performing adult echocardiography, including 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, and stress studies. The role emphasizes workflow management, staff training, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

The candidate should have an accredited cardiac ultrasound background, ARDMS/CCI registry status, and strong communication skills to liaise with physicians and administration.