Registered Cardiac Sonographer - Pulmonary Function - St. Charles Hospital - PRN

Mercy Health; Oregon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

403(b) plan

Medical coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks a Cardiac Sonographer Registered to perform diagnostic echocardiography at St. Charles Hospital.

The role covers transthoracic, transesophageal, and cardiac stress testing, with duties including patient prep, imaging and interpretation, and documentation in the EMR. The ideal candidate has an associates degree in cardiovascular technology and BLS certification, plus RDCS or RCS credentials.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in cardiovascular technology or related field (preferred).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (required).
• RDCS or RCS credential required by ARDMS or CCI.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic echocardiography examinations using ultrasound equipment to evaluate the heart during transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress testing.
• 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.
• Uses the EMR to review patient information and document findings.
• On-call hours required.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

Probe handling

Patient prep

On-call

Education

Associates degree in cardiovascular technology

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Cardiac Sonographer Registered

- St. Charles Hospital

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 using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart during Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography, and Cardiac Stress testing examinations.
• Demonstrates ability to proficiently perform non-invasive and invasive cardiac exams.
• Demonstrate 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

• Associates degree in an applied health science field with a concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography or other 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)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) experience (preferred)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're 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.

What We Offer

• 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.

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