Cardiac Sonographer I

Location UCHealth UCHlth Memorial Hosp Central, US:CO:Colorado Springs Department Echocardiography Compensation $42.01 - $58.82 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience. Work Schedule Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks). Shift: Weekend Days. Onsite role; no hybrid or remote option. Career Ladder UCHealth offers a structured way to grow skills, responsibilities, and pay. As you gain experience, you will move through different levels of this career ladder. Summary Performs echocardiogram procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and independent of supervision. Responsibilities Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment, and exam to ensure understanding and cooperation. Sets expectations for patient receipt of exam results. Independently performs echocardiography procedures on patients. Selects and uses transducers according to anatomy; differentiates normal and abnormal structures; assures sufficient information is acquired to provide diagnosis. Chooses appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters. Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice when indicated. Monitors patient condition and reports changes in status. Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions. Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Enters, transmits and reports scan results. Qualifications Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Sonography program OR Associate's degree in allied health OR a Bachelor's degree in any area. Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and any relevant life support certification as determined at position level. Registered Sonographer. Registered Cardiac Sonographer. Registered Cardiovascular Sonographer. BLS – BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be valid through sixty days of hire. Benefits Health and well‑being: Medical, dental and vision coverage; access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents; discounted gym memberships and fitness resources; Free Care.com membership; voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs; time away from work: paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence; employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options; employer‑provided short‑term disability and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option. Retirement and savings: 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution; additional 457(b) plan may be available; flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high‑deductible (HD) medical plan. Education and career growth: UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs; up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees; other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid or up to $5,250/year tuition reimbursement; access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities; free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness. Performance and Rewards Recognition: Performance bonus. UCHealth offers a 3‑Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment. Performance‑based pay increase: Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's evaluation process. Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure base pay aligns with market standards. Equal Employment Opportunity UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. 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