Cardiac Sonographer

Become a part of our caring community The Cardiac Sonographer performs and monitors echocardiogram procedures. Calculates, measures, and documents appropriate values on the tests performed for review and interpretation by providers. Communicate with others, such as physicians, Cardiologists, and colleagues regarding changes in patient's clinical conditions while undergoing echocardiogram. Responsible for equipment maintenance, reporting equipment malfunctions and quality assessment. The Cardiac Sonographer assumes ownership and leads advanced, specialized administrative, operational, and patient support duties that require independent initiative and judgment. You will report to the Center Administrator. The Cardiac Sonographer performs diagnostic imaging procedures independently, ensuring accurate results and high-quality patient care. We are looking for strong clinical judgment, technical expertise, and a commitment to maintaining professional standards and ethical practices. Main Responsibilities Perform high-quality 2D echocardiograms with color flow Doppler within a 45-minute timeframe, while applying sound clinical judgment and following established protocols. Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with physicians, cardiologists, nurses, sonographers, and other healthcare professionals. Conduct patient assessments, explain the purpose of echocardiographic and vascular ultrasound procedures, and address patient questions with professionalism and empathy. Apply cognitive skills to identify, adapt, and differentiate between normal and pathological findings during exams. Prepare exam rooms, verify patient identity, and follow infection control procedures, including Standard Precautions. Evaluate requisitions or medical records to ensure appropriate patient preparation and procedural accuracy. Maintain compliance with patient confidentiality laws, privacy regulations, and ethical standards. Maintain current ARDMS and/or CCI certifications in adult echocardiography and Basic Life Support (BLS). Demonstrate sound judgment in the use of echo contrast agents. Maintain ultrasound equipment and supplies; promptly report malfunctions and support lab accreditation efforts. Coordinate schedules to ensure efficient workflow and coverage. Provide in-service education to staff as requested and perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Use your skills to make an impact Current certification as a Sonographer/Ultrasound Technician required Certification in Echocardiography through ARDMS or CCI required Completion of an accredited Ultrasound Technology program required Demonstrated experience performing vascular studies required At least 1 year of experience in a diagnostic facility or hospital Experience with ultrasound equipment, techniques, and diagnostic protocols Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team TB screening required upon selection Preferred Qualifications Vascular certification Proficiency in both vascular and echocardiographic imaging Experience using Microsoft Outlook and basic computer applications Bilingual in English and Spanish Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm Location: You will support Conviva Okeechobee and Conviva Military Trial. Alert Humana values personal identify protection. Please be aware that applicants may be asked to provide their Social Security Number, if it is not already on file. When required, an email will be sent from View email address on click.appcast.io with instructions on how to add the information into your official application on Humana's secure website. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Pay Range: The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc. $77,900 - $106,300 per year This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance. Description Of Benefits: Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities. About Us: About CenterWell Senior Primary Care: CenterWell Senior Primary Care provides proactive, preventive care to seniors, including wellness visits, physical exams, chronic condition management, screenings, minor injury treatment and more. Our unique care model focuses on personalized experiences, taking time to listen, learn and address the factors that impact patient well-being. Our integrated care teams, which include physicians, nurses, behavioral health specialists and more, spend up to 50 percent more time with patients, providing compassionate, personalized care that brings better health outcomes. We go beyond physical health by also addressing other factors that can impact a patient’s well-being. About CenterWell, a Humana company: CenterWell is a leading healthcare services business focused on creating integrated and differentiated experiences that put our patients at the center of everything we do. The result is high-quality healthcare that is accessible, comprehensive and, most of all, personalized. As the largest provider of senior-focused primary care, a leading provider of home healthcare and a leading integrated home delivery, specialty, hospice and retail pharmacy, CenterWell is focused on whole health and addressing the physical, emotional and social wellness of our patients. CenterWell is part of Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM). Learn more about what we offer at CenterWell.com. Equal Opportunity Employer: It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. 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