Precision Cardiac Echo Sonographer

Springfield Clinic; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Clinic is seeking a skilled sonographer to perform echocardiograms, explain procedures to patients, and ensure optimal test results. The role involves positioning patients, operating ultrasound equipment, documenting findings, and supporting cardiologists with reports.

Requirements include completion of ultrasonic technology coursework and RDMS/Cardiovascular credentials. The position emphasizes safety, OSHA guidelines, and exceptional patient service in a clinical setting.

Qualifications

• Completion of course in ultrasonic technology.
• RDMS/Cardiovascular credentials may be required per policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiograms as directed by physicians.
• Explain procedures to patients to assure cooperation and optimum test results.
• Position patients. Select appropriate transducer.
• Conduct scanning procedures using ultrasound equipment. Move scanner over specified area and adjust equipment to focus.
• Make hard copy of images. Document tests.
• Develop reports and assemble materials for cardiologists.
• Maintain ultrasound equipment. Order and stock all ultrasound supplies.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to SC Way customer service philosophy.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Skills

Echocardiography

Patient communication

Equipment operation

Education

Course in ultrasonic technology

Job description

Springfield Clinic is seeking a skilled sonographer to perform echocardiograms, explain procedures to patients, and ensure optimal test results. The role involves positioning patients, operating ultrasound equipment, documenting findings, and supporting cardiologists with reports.

Requirements include completion of ultrasonic technology coursework and RDMS/Cardiovascular credentials. The position emphasizes safety, OSHA guidelines, and exceptional patient service in a clinical setting.