Lead Cardiology Echo Sonographer

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 62,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a experienced Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer to perform routine and complex echocardiographic studies in inpatient and outpatient settings. You will contribute to diagnostic decision making and support cardiology leadership.

You will supervise echo lab operations, ensure equipment readiness, and participate in staff development. RDCS or RCS certification, BLS, and 9 years of relevant experience are preferred, with a Bachelor’s degree encouraged.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with 9 years of progressive experience as a Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Leadership/managerial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and specialized echocardiographic studies (transthoracic, stress, transesophageal, contrast).
• Assist with developing new workflows to improve patient care services.
• Provide input for performance assessment of staff sonographers.
• Serve as the imaging expert for staff cardiac sonographers.
• Act as super-user when new equipment or programs are introduced.
• Apply independent judgment to ensure accurate exam capture per URMC policies.
• Perform cardiac measurements and generate preliminary findings for the final report.
• Maintain echo lab facilities and assist with day-to-day operations.

Skills

Echocardiography

Cardiac ultrasound

Staff supervision

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent education/experience

Job description

The University of Rochester is seeking a experienced Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer to perform routine and complex echocardiographic studies in inpatient and outpatient settings. You will contribute to diagnostic decision making and support cardiology leadership.

You will supervise echo lab operations, ensure equipment readiness, and participate in staff development. RDCS or RCS certification, BLS, and 9 years of relevant experience are preferred, with a Bachelor’s degree encouraged.