Cardiac Sonographer, Full Time, First Shift, Diagnostic Cardiology

Cardiac Sonographer, Full-Time, First Shift UC Health is hiring a full‑time Cardiac Sonographer for Diagnostic Cardiology for the first shift at the UC Medical Center. Location Cincinnati, OH, United States Qualifications Associate degree in Ultrasonography, Radiology, Biological Sciences or a relevant health sciences field. Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Relevant specialty certification for specialty area(s): ACS, RCS, RDCS. Current BLS Certification. Registry eligible new graduate of a sonography or radiology program. Preferred: 1 year clinical experience as a registered cardiac sonographer. Responsibilities Manage the testing schedule in an effective and timely manner. Serve as a role model in providing quality patient care and customer service. Communicate effectively and appropriately with patients, their families, and staff. Maintain clean exam rooms and equipment, reporting any problems or safety hazards to the appropriate person. Engage in population‑appropriate communication. Have knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Give clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involve family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment, and continuing care of the patient. Identify any physical limitations of the patient and deploy interventions when necessary. Recognize and respond appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interpret population related data and plan care appropriately. Identify and respond appropriately to different needs arising from unique psychological needs or those associated with religious/cultural norms. Perform treatments, administer medication, or operate equipment safely. Recognize and respond to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect. Perform echocardiographic diagnostic imaging and testing with the ability to utilize a variety of equipment to determine accurate assessment of cardiac function, anatomy and physiology flow parameters in multiple patient care areas. Conduct studies of consistently high quality utilizing special skills according to established protocols. Delineate and record abnormalities and make appropriate changes in technique as required by specific patient care needs. Comply with all department policies and procedures. Demonstrate compliance with all safety, infection control, and disaster plan requirements. Serve as an expert role model in providing quality patient care for internal and external customers with appropriate test/indications selection. Provide one‑on‑one training to student technologists, cardiology fellows, and other staff physicians. Maintain confidentiality of patient information. Attend and participate in staff meetings. Knowledge of Merge Cardio operations, local functions, and systems functions. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor. Perform other duties as assigned. UC Health is an EEO employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr UC Health