Reg Cardiac Sonographer

SEH Saint Elizabeth Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive health coverage

Generous paid time off

Retirement with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Career advancement

Job summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is seeking a Registered Cardiac Sonographer to perform comprehensive echocardiography studies to support diagnosis and treatment of cardiac disease, recording and reporting results with empathy for patients, families, and staff.

The role requires graduates from accredited cardiovascular ultrasound programs with ARDMS/CCI registry, ongoing education, and the ability to train Cardiovascular Trainees. Regular hours and strong benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular ultrasound degree program and/or qualifying experience per IAC guidelines.
• Registered in non-invasive imaging with active ARDMS or CCI registry.
• New graduates have 1 year after graduating to obtain registry.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete cardiac ultrasound study in accordance with ASE and IAC guidelines, including evaluation of valves and chambers.
• Evaluate study results and prepare preliminary reports with qualitative valve function and chamber pressure assessments.
• Assess patient history to determine factors contributing to cardiac disease.
• Maintain quality assurance of studies and equipment function.
• Pursue ongoing continuing education to provide comprehensive diagnostic studies.
• Participate in technical training of cardiovascular trainees.
• Maintain records and distribute to physicians and patient floors accurately.
• Notify interpreting cardiologist promptly in emergency situations based on findings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Doppler-continuous wave

Professional preliminary reports

Education

Accredited cardiovascular ultrasound degree program

ARDMS or CCI registry

1-year registry goal for new graduates

Job description

Job Summary

The Registered Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing cardiac studies on patients that support treatment and diagnosis of cardiac disease. To perform, record, and report all Echocardiography procedures using sophisticated procedures requested. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Job Description

• Perform complete cardiac ultrasound study in compliance with guidelines set by the American Society of Echocardiography and IAC inclusive of evaluation of 4 cardiac valves and chambers.
• Evaluate results of study making preliminary report of normal and abnormal findings inclusive of qualitative calculations of valve function and chamber pressure as indicated.
• Evaluate patient history assessing past and current cardiac status for determination of factors leading to cardiac disease.
• Maintain Quality Assurance of studies performed as well as equipment function.
• Maintain continuing education in order to continually provide complete diagnostic studies.
• Participate in technical training of Cardiovascular Trainee education.
• Maintain for files and disperse to physicians and patient floors accurate records of studies completed.
• Responsible for notifying interpreting cardiologist of emergency situations based on Cardiac ultrasound findings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education, Credentials, Licenses

• Graduate of an accredited (or accreditation eligible) cardiovascular ultrasound degree program and/or qualifying experience in accordance with IAC guidelines.
• Registered in non-invasive imaging with active status registry from ARDMS or CCI.
• New graduates will have 1 year after graduating to obtain registry.

Specialized Knowledge

• Advance use of Doppler-continuous wave, pulse, color flow.
• Ability to provide professional preliminary reports.

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility

Job Type

Regular Scheduled Hours: 36

Company Overview

Engage with us for your next career opportunity. Right Here. If you're looking for the right careers in healthcare, the right place to be is at St. Elizabeth. Join us, and you'll take pride in the level of care we offer our community. St. Elizabeth Healthcare is one of the oldest, largest and most respected medical providers in the Northern Kentucky, southeastern Indiana and Greater Cincinnati region. Together with St. Elizabeth Physicians, the affiliated multi-specialty physician and advanced practice provider organization, we are transforming healthcare through innovative treatments, cutting-edge technology and a heart for our community. We’re right here, sharing one mission: to improve the health of the people we serve.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Right Career.