Cardiac Sonographer

Job Summary:

The Radiology / Cardiology Echo Tech/Cardiac Sonographer is responsible for performing a wide range of ultrasound procedures including general ultrasound, fetal ultrasound, OB, breast, transvaginal, vascular, echocardiogram, adult echo, contrast echo, and echo stress treadmill. This role involves conducting diagnostic imaging to assist in patient care and diagnosis within a short-term acute care facility. The position requires strong technical skills, flexibility to float between units is not required, and the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment. On-call duties including weeknights and weekends are expected.

• Perform general ultrasound and specialized imaging procedures such as fetal, OB, breast, transvaginal, vascular, and echocardiogram studies.
• Conduct adult echo, contrast echo, and echo stress treadmill examinations accurately and efficiently.
• Prepare patients for diagnostic imaging and ensure patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Maintain and operate ultrasound and echocardiography equipment according to established protocols.
• Document and report findings to the appropriate medical staff in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to support patient diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Participate in on-call rotations covering weeknights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Adhere to departmental and hospital policies, including safety and infection control standards.

• Certification and licensure as a Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or equivalent in relevant specialties.
• Proven experience with general ultrasound, fetal ultrasound, OB, breast, transvaginal, vascular, echocardiogram, adult echo, contrast echo, and echo stress treadmill.
• Ability to perform multiple types of ultrasound studies with precision and professionalism.
• Strong knowledge of ultrasound equipment operation and maintenance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients and healthcare team members.
• Availability and willingness to participate in on-call schedules including nights and weekends.

• Experience working in a short-term acute care or trauma center environment.
• Approval or interest in performing 26-week fetal ultrasounds.
• Familiarity with hospital information systems and electronic medical records.
• Additional certifications in specialty ultrasound areas or cardiac sonography.

• On-call coverage required during weeknights (5pm 8am Monday Friday) and 24-hour coverage on weekends.
• Block scheduling is implemented for on-call shifts.
• Expected patient-to-tech ratio is approximately 8:1.
• Facility is a Level IV Trauma Center with 49 staffed beds.
• Free parking available in unrestricted spaces.

• Standard shifts with additional on-call responsibilities during evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• On-call shifts cover weeknights from 5pm to 8am, full 24-hour coverage on Saturdays and Sundays.
• Block schedules are required for on-call assignments to ensure adequate coverage.