Novant Health
What We Offer:
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Cardiac Sonographer to join our dynamic cardiovascular team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echocardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac conditions. This role plays a critical part in patient care and requires both technical expertise and empathetic communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms as ordered by physicians.
- Operate ultrasound equipment and ensure image quality meets diagnostic standards.
- Collaborate with cardiologists to interpret findings and provide accurate preliminary reports.
- Maintain patient safety and comfort throughout procedures.
- Document procedures and maintain accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA and institutional policies.
- Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives. What We're Looking For:
* Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required.
* Experience: Minimum of five years experience as Echocardiographer, required.
* Licensure/Certification: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical, required.
* Additional Skills (required):
* Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR
* Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) OR
* Canadian Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS) Canadian Association of Registered Diagnostic Ultrasound Professionals (CARDUP)
* Additional Skills (preferred):
* Previous experience overseeing and leading staff. Able to provide feedback and educate staff.
* Considerable verbal ability to effectively communicate with staff and physicians.
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Cardiac Sonographer to join our dynamic cardiovascular team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echocardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiac conditions. This role plays a critical part in patient care and requires both technical expertise and empathetic communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms as ordered by physicians.
- Operate ultrasound equipment and ensure image quality meets diagnostic standards.
- Collaborate with cardiologists to interpret findings and provide accurate preliminary reports.
- Maintain patient safety and comfort throughout procedures.
- Document procedures and maintain accurate patient records in accordance with HIPAA and institutional policies.
- Participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives. What We're Looking For:
* Education: 2 Year / Associate Degree, required.
* Experience: Minimum of five years experience as Echocardiographer, required.
* Licensure/Certification: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical, required.
* Additional Skills (required):
* Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) OR
* Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) OR
* Canadian Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CRCS) Canadian Association of Registered Diagnostic Ultrasound Professionals (CARDUP)
* Additional Skills (preferred):
* Previous experience overseeing and leading staff. Able to provide feedback and educate staff.
* Considerable verbal ability to effectively communicate with staff and physicians.