Cardiac Sonographer

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center & Specialty Pavilion


Department/Specialty: Pediatric Cardiology

Schedule: Rotating Shifts | Full-time

Sign-on Bonus Available!

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Perform pediatric echocardiography procedures as a Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer, delivering accurate diagnostic imaging to support timely cardiac patient care decisions.
• Assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics using advanced sonography equipment, ensuring high-quality images and precise interpretation for the interdisciplinary team.
• Implement imaging safety standards and quality improvement protocols, promoting patient safety and consistent excellence in direct patient care.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, optimize diagnostic workflows, and enhance outcomes for pediatric patients.
• Support regulatory compliance by adhering to established echocardiography protocols, maintaining equipment performance, and ensuring readiness for audits and accreditation standards.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Cardiac Sonographer specializing in Adult Echo credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Advanced Pediatric Echocardiography Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer-Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-PE) or Fetal Echocardiography Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer-Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-FE) also accepted.
  • Medical Sonographer specializing in Fetal Echocardiography credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Sonography Tech specializing in Cardiac credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Cardiovascular Credentialing International - Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (CCI ACS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International - Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (CCI-RCCS) also accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Pediatric and Adult Echo certification preferred

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Responsibilities

• Perform pediatric echocardiography procedures as a Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer, delivering accurate diagnostic imaging to support timely cardiac patient care decisions.
• Assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics using advanced sonography equipment, ensuring high-quality images and precise interpretation for the interdisciplinary team.
• Implement imaging safety standards and quality improvement protocols, promoting patient safety and consistent excellence in direct patient care.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and the interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, optimize diagnostic workflows, and enhance outcomes for pediatric patients.
• Support regulatory compliance by adhering to established echocardiography protocols, maintaining equipment performance, and ensuring readiness for audits and accreditation standards.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Cardiac Sonographer specializing in Adult Echo credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Advanced Pediatric Echocardiography Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer-Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-PE) or Fetal Echocardiography Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer-Pediatric Echocardiography (RDCS-FE) also accepted.
  • Medical Sonographer specializing in Fetal Echocardiography credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Sonography Tech specializing in Cardiac credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. Cardiovascular Credentialing International - Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (CCI ACS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International - Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (CCI-RCCS) also accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.