Cardiac Sonographer I

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Cardiac Sonographer 1 performs basic to intermediate cardiac ultrasound procedures for adult patients, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms.
• Responsibilities include patient preparation, equipment setup, image acquisition, and assisting physicians in diagnostic and procedural settings.
• The role requires strong technical skills, clinical knowledge, and the ability to adapt imaging techniques to provide accurate diagnostic results.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform cardiac ultrasound procedures, ensuring accurate, high-quality diagnostic images.
• Identify cardiac abnormalities and adapt techniques as needed, correlating findings with other diagnostic tests.
• Assist physicians with echocardiographic studies in procedure and operating rooms.
• Support transesophageal studies with cardiologists, including probe sterilization and calculations.
• Collect patient clinical histories and relevant data to guide imaging techniques.
• Maintain accurate records, statistics, and daily upkeep of equipment, reporting issues as appropriate.
• Act as a resource for staff, physicians, and students regarding sonographic procedures and equipment.
• Support quality assurance processes and accreditation activities (IAC).
• Implement and adhere to evolving protocols and echocardiography standards.

Education/Certification:

• BLS (Basic Life Support).
• RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) or ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography).

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer.
• Level 1 Trauma facility experience required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and sonographic principles.
• Ability to explain procedures clearly to patients and address their questions.
• Proficiency in infection control and patient confidentiality standards.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare providers.
• Skilled in using computers and medical imaging equipment.
• Commitment to patient-centered care, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement.