Cardiac Sonographer

Position Title Cardiac Sonographer Job Description Purpose & Scope: The cardiac sonographer assists with performing different modalities of cardiac ultrasound imaging exams for inpatients and outpatients. Responsibilities include performing echocardiograms, stress echoes, and intra-operative echocardiograms. They assist the cardiologist with standard transesophageal echocardiograms, and intra-operative transesophageal echocardiograms performed in the cath lab for structural heart cases. The knowledge to discern and effectively report critical findings is required. Other responsibilities include typing preliminary reports, cleaning TEE probes, and other duties as delegated. Must have efficient computer skills and be able to communicate effectively. Education Certificate in echocardiography, degree in echocardiography, or a degree in non‑invasive technology is required. Experience One year of hospital-based echocardiography is required. One year of experience in intra-operative/structural heart echo and TEE assistance is preferred. One year of experience in 3D and strain imaging knowledge is preferred. Certification / Licensure Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ADRMS must be obtained within 12 months. BLS certification is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr