Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist
Job Description
Job Summary:
- This role is responsible for performing diagnostic cardiac and vascular ultrasound procedures, providing cardiologists with accurate images and measurements for diagnosis.
- The position also supports physicians during complex procedures, helping reduce procedural risks in environments such as the OR, Hybrid Lab, Cath Lab, and CAD.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform advanced cardiac and/or peripheral vascular ultrasound procedures.
- Complete adult/pediatric cardiac ultrasound, TEE, stress echo, and vascular studies.
- Operate and maintain imaging equipment and digital systems.
- Deliver preliminary reports of critical results to physicians and nurses.
- Assist in procedures including TAVR, SAVR, Tandem Heart, Lariet, and pseudoaneurysm compression.
- Maintain accurate documentation, patient records, and departmental logs.
- Support departmental efficiency and patient safety standards.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, often working with leadership-level staff.
Required Education & Certifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound or Cardiac Ultrasound certification program.
One of the following:
- RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) or RVT (Registered Vascular Technologist) from ARDMS.
- RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) or RVS (Registered Vascular Specialist) from CCI.
- BLS Certification.
Required Skills and Experience:
- Experience with Chronic Venous Insufficiency.
- Minimum 6 months of related experience.
- Ability to work independently and apply critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication with physicians, surgeons, and healthcare staff.
- Willingness to participate in on-call rotation.
Work Environment & Interactions:
- Works closely with patients, physicians, and internal staff.
- Collaborates frequently with Directors and other senior personnel.
- Expected to exercise independent judgment.
- Leads others in similar roles but does not directly supervise.