Cardiac Sonographer

Trinity Health

$65K — $105K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate degree required; Bachelor's preferred
  • Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program with echocardiography training
  • 3-5 years of relevant cardiac sonography experience
  • Strong experience in pediatric and neonatal echocardiography preferred
  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification required
  • CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification required

Responsibilities

  • Perform advanced echocardiograms including stress and specialized studies
  • Assess patients and ensure accurate, timely exam completion
  • Identify abnormalities and communicate critical findings
  • Complete documentation for physician interpretation
  • Support quality improvement and continuing education initiatives
  • Maintain efficient lab operations including scheduling and equipment care
  • Deliver excellent patient care through effective communication
  • Mentor staff and students

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits
  • Retirement savings plans
  • Continuing education support
  • Paid time off for holidays and vacations
  • Employee wellness programs
Full Job Description
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:

Description:
730-400 Monday thru Friday
Rotating Saturdays; On call weekends, holidays, and evening

What You Will Do
  • Perform advanced echocardiograms (adult, pediatric, and neonatal), including stress and specialized studies in compliance with ASE, ACC, and IAC standards
  • Assess patients, review medical history, and ensure accurate, timely exam completion
  • Use clinical judgment to identify abnormalities, administer contrast when needed, and communicate critical findings
  • Complete accurate documentation and provide data for physician interpretation
  • Support quality improvement, accreditation, and continuing education initiatives
  • Maintain efficient lab operations, including scheduling coordination, equipment care, and supply management
  • Deliver excellent patient care by ensuring comfort, safety, and effective communication
  • Mentor staff and students and serve as a clinical resource
  • Participate in on-call rotation as required


What You Will Need
Education
  • Required: Associate degree
  • Preferred: Bachelor's Degree
  • Graduate of an accredited ultrasound program with echocardiography training
Experience
  • Required: 3-5 years of relevant cardiac sonography experience
  • Strong experience in pediatric and neonatal echocardiography preferred
Certifications & Licensure
  • Required:
    • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)
    • CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification
Proficiency in:
  • Advanced echocardiographic imaging techniques
  • Pediatric and congenital heart disease assessments
  • Echo contrast administration


Compensation:

Salary Range: $31.62 - 50.79 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits:

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