Registered Echo-Vascular Sonographer

Johns Hopkins Hospital; Washington; On-site; USD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth

Tuition Assistance

Diverse environment

Benefits package

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins Hospital is seeking a skilled Registered Echo-Vascular Sonographer to perform comprehensive cardiac and vascular ultrasound examinations across clinical settings. You will work under the Chief Cardiac Sonographer and collaborate with staff and investigators to ensure exams meet established policies and quality standards.

Requirements include a B.S. in Diagnostic Ultrasound or CAHEP-accredited program with 3–5 years of experience, and RDCS/RCS and RVT/RVS credentials.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Diagnostic Ultrasound preferred or CAHEP-accredited program, with 3–5 years of experience as a registered echo-vascular sonographer.
• RDCS or RCS certification required; RVT or RVS certification required.
• 3–5 years of clinical scanning experience in a hospital/clinic setting; CAHEP accreditation required.
• Prefer at least one year of Echo/Vascular experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive cardiac and vascular ultrasound examinations per policies and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with staff and investigators to ensure exams are completed per procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, accreditation support, and clinical training of new staff.
• Coordinate workflow and cross-training within the Echo Lab.

Skills

Clinical ultrasound

Cardiac imaging

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Diagnostic Ultrasound or CAHEP-accredited program

Job description

Requisition #:676676 Location:Johns Hopkins Hospital, Lutherville, MD Category:Radiology/Imaging Schedule:Day Shift Employment Type:Full Time

Johns Hopkins is a world-renowned leader in patient care, serving the greater Baltimore community and patients from all across the globe. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff teams provide support throughout our many specialty departments and centers, from primary visits to emergency care.

What Awaits You?

• Career growth and development
• Tuition Assistance
• Diverse and collaborative working environment
• Affordable and comprehensive benefits package

Position Summary

The Registered Echo-Vascular Sonographer performs a comprehensive range of cardiac and vascular ultrasound examinations in clinical settings across multiple locations in accordance with departmental policies and IAC accreditation standards. Examinations may include Cerebrovascular, Visceral, Lower Extremity, and Physiologic studies, as well as special procedures including but not limited to Lower Extremity Reflux exams and other emerging clinical needs. The Registered Echo-Vascular Sonographer reports to the Chief Cardiac Sonographer and works closely with Staff Sonographers, Level II and III, Medical Staff, and Investigators to ensure all examinations are completed according to established policies and procedures. The position functions at an advanced clinical level in both echocardiography and vascular imaging and includes participation in quality improvement initiatives, accreditation support activities, clinical training of new staff, cross-training of current Echo Lab Sonographers, and workflow coordination as assigned.

Education

B.S. in Diagnostic Ultrasound preferred or a graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Program (CAAHEP) – accredited Diagnostic ultrasound program, along with 3-5 years of experience as a registered echo-vascular sonographer. Additional clinical experience or credentials may be considered in lieu of some education.

Required Licensure Certification, Etc.

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiac Credentialing International (CCI) IS required. Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS) by Cardiac Credentialing International (CCI) is required.

Work Experience

Requires 3-5 years of clinical scanning experience as a Registered Cardiac and Vascular Sonographer in a hospital or clinic-based environment. Successful completion of a CAAHEP accredited Diagnostic program required. Additional education or credentials may be considered in lieu of some clinical experience. Prefer at least one year of experience in an Echo/Vascular role.

Salary Range:

Minimum $48.40/hour - Maximum $79.92/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.

The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.

We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.

Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.