Registered Cardiac Sonographer (Echo Tech) - Lorain Hospital - PRN

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Lorain is looking for a Cardiac Sonographer (PRN) to perform diagnostic and invasive cardiac exams using ultrasound equipment. This role includes non-invasive procedures like Transthoracic and Transesophageal Echocardiography and requires attention to patient preparation and documentation.

Applicants should have an associate’s degree and relevant credentialing. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits such as medical coverage, paid time off, and tuition assistance are provided.

Qualifications

• Perform diagnostic cardiac exams using ultrasound equipment.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Must be credentialed in echocardiography.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Transthoracic, Transesophageal, and Cardiac Stress tests.
• Prepare and monitor patients during procedures.
• Document findings in electronic records.

Skills

Diagnostic echocardiography examinations

Knowledge of cardiac anatomy

Patient monitoring

Use of electronic medical records

Education

Associate’s degree in cardiovascular technology or related field

Tools

EPIC Electronic Health Record

PACS

Job description

Cardiac Sonographer (PRN) – Lorain Hospital

This is a PRN "As Needed" position.

Job Summary

The Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic, non‑invasive and invasive cardiac exams on patients using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart. The testing modalities include Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing.

Essential Functions

• Performs diagnostic echocardiography examinations with ultrasound equipment to evaluate the heart during Transthoracic, Transesophageal, and Cardiac Stress testing examinations.
• Demonstrates ability to perform non‑invasive and invasive cardiac exams.
• Demonstrates knowledge of cardiac anatomy, exam procedures, and interpretation of results.
• Prepares and monitors patients before and during procedures.
• Utilizes the hospital electronic medical record to review patient information and document any critical findings.
• On‑call hours required.

Education

• Associate’s degree in an applied health science field with a concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography, or another related study (preferred).

Licensure / Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (required)
• Required credentialed in echocardiography by one of the following organizations:
  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS)
  • Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)

Experience

• Minimum of one year of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience (preferred)
• PACS experience (preferred)

As a Bon Secours Mercy Health associate, you are part of a mission that matters. We support your well‑being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources, and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].