Sonographer I-Cardiac

Hospital Sisters Health System

$74K — $111K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of, or currently enrolled in, an allied health program
  • Associates degree in allied health, applied science, or certificate program preferred
  • Experience in sonography/ultrasound preferred
  • Certification as RDCS or RCS required or eligibility to sit for the exam
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Responsibilities

  • Survey and assess cardiac anatomy and pathophysiology using ultrasound
  • Perform adult and pediatric trans-thoracic echocardiograms
  • Conduct trans-esophageal echocardiograms and stress echocardiograms
  • Utilize ultrasound instruments to produce diagnostic information
  • Apply knowledge of cardiovascular anatomy and pathology in assessments

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) that combines vacation, sick, and personal days
  • Retirement benefits with HSHS contributions
  • Education Assistance up to $4,000 per year and tuition discounts
  • Adoption Assistance up to $7,500
  • Wellness program with incentives and various employee assistance options
Full Job Description
Pay Range:
$35.92 - $53.88

A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.

Qualified to survey and assess the anatomy and pathophysiology of the heart and great vessels by the use of cardiac ultrasound in the adult and/or pediatric patient. Must possess the technical knowledge and creative ability to manipulate and use ultrasound instruments to produce clinically useful diagnostic information. Must possess knowledge and background in ultrasound physics, instrumentation and clinical utility. Must possess knowledge of anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics and pathology of the cardiovascular system. Performs adult and/or pediatric trans-thoracic echocardiograms, trans-esophageal echocardiograms, and stress echocardiograms.

Position Specifics:
oDepartment: Cardiology
oCore Function: Imaging
oSchedule: Full time, Day Shift
oFacility: St. Johns Hospital
oLocation: Springfield, IL
oSign On: $20,000
oCompensation aligned with your experience
Education Qualifications
  • Graduate of, or currently enrolled in, an allied health program is required.
  • Associates degree in allied health, applied science or completion of certificate program is preferred.
Experience Qualifications
  • Experience in sonography/ultrasound is preferred.
Certifications, Licenses and Registrations
  • Certification as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) OR a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) is required.
  • OR must be eligible to sit for the RDCS or RCS exam AND must obtain registry within 6 months of hire.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
Job Description
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Benefits: HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
  • Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
  • Retirement benefits including HSHS
    contributions.
  • Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
  • Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
  • Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!

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