Cardiac Sonographer - Echo - Hospital

The cardiac sonographer performs routine and complex echocardiography. Prepares and positions patient for echocardiography exam and explains procedure. Operates cardiac ultrasound, doppler and similar equipment to perform procedures according to physician's directive. Observes the screen during the scan to ensure a satisfactory image for diagnostic purposes making adjustments as required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Performs routine and complex echocardiography
Prepares patients for procedures, explains procedures to patients
Reports changes in patient condition to medical staff
Provides an oral and written summary of preliminary findings to the radiologist
Evaluates quality of sonograms and determines if additional sonograms or ultrasound procedures are indicated
Handles documentation of procedures as indicated by standard and facility protocol
Collaborates in quality control of equipment, filming and obtains service as required
Proficient in the performance of ultrasound procedures
Ensures correct charging of ultrasound procedures and supplies on a daily basis
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
A certification from an accredited ultrasound/sonography school
One year of experience as an ultrasound technician/sonographer preferred
Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Current BLS card
Current TB test or chest x-ray
Current physical exam per state or contract requirements
Successful completion of Amergis Healthcare Staffing testing process
Successful completion of background screening and hiring process
Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.