Registered Cardiac Sonographer - St. Anne Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Toledo, OH is seeking a Cardiac Sonographer Registered to perform diagnostic echocardiography including Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE) and Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) plus Cardiac Stress testing, in a patient-centered environment.

This on-site role requires BLS certification and eligible RDCS/RCS credentials, with an Associate degree in cardiovascular technology (preferred).

Qualifications

• Associates degree in an applied health science field with a concentration in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography or related study (preferred)
• BLS certification required
• RDCS or RCS credentialing required (ARDMS/CCI)
• Minimum of one year of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer (preferred)
• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) experience (preferred)
• PACS experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Transthoracic Echocardiography

Transesophageal Echocardiography

Cardiac Stress testing

EPIC EHR experience

PACS experience

Education

Associate degree in cardiovascular technology/ultrasonography (preferred)

BLS - American Heart Association

RDCS or RCS certification

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

30

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Mercy Health

About Us

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. Anne 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)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson 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, HAS/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.

Department:

EKG - St. Anne

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