Cardiovascular Sonographer

Job Description

Job Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate competence in delivering pre-procedure and post-procedure patient care, including patient assessment and emergency cardiac care (CPR required).
• Ensure all equipment is calibrated and properly maintained daily. Perform and record equipment maintenance and quality assurance monitoring. Troubleshoot and report any equipment issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Generate ultrasound images of the heart and/or vascular-related structures.
• May be involved in staff training and education.
• Monitor and record patient information, maintain report storage and data systems, compile and enter data for charge entry, and prepare reports.
• Responsible for retrieving stored information and reports from the automated storage system.
• Prepare procedure room and equipment for daily use and ensure timely and efficient room preparation between procedures.

Required Skills & Experience:

• CPR certification is mandatory.

Education Requirements:

• An accredited Associate’s Degree in Sonography, Radiology, or a related field, OR completion of a twelve (12) month ultrasound program.

Certifications & Licensure:

• One of the following certifications is required: RDCS certified through ARDMS, or RCS, and RCCS certified through CCI.