What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Cardiac Sonographer position at Affinity Executive Search?
SR. CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER
Berkeley, California, United States
165-205K Paid Relocation Signing Bonus Full Benefits
8 : 00-4 : 30 pm M-F with weekend coverage, must rotate on Saturday.
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Under the general supervision of the Medical Director of the Echocardiography Lab and the Associate Director of Cardiovascular Diagnostic Services and direct supervision of the Adult Echocardiography Lab Supervisor, performs echocardiographic ultrasound studies on varied patient groups, interprets acquired data, and develops preliminary reports according to departmental procedures and job standards. Completes job duties with minimal clinical supervision. Works alongside other sonographer staff in a collegial manner to facilitate the completion of scheduled or ordered echocardiographic exams. Proficient in providing all clinical modalities offered in the Echo Lab. Contributes to the team dynamic through communication, initiative, and productivity.
Basic Sonographer classification requirements :
RDCS) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, or (RCS) Registered Cardiac Sonographer, or (RCCS) Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer
BLS- Basic Life Support required
Completion / graduation of an approved cardiac sonographer training program
Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts and coverage for weekends and holiday work at all Medical Center locations
Previous experience performing adult cardiac echocardiograms
Requires registry through ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCCS, RCS) within 4 months of onboarding
Excellent communication skills
Attention to detail
Sr. Level Sonographer classification requirements :
Completion / graduate of an approved cardiac sonographer training program
Flexibility in scheduling, ability to rotate shifts and coverage for weekends and holiday work at all Medical Center locations
Minimum of one (1) year post-graduate experience performing adult cardiac echocardiograms in a similar healthcare setting
Previous experience performing adult cardiac echocardiograms
Current registry through ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS, RCCS, ACS)
BLS- Basic Life Support
Graduate of a formal accredited ultrasound training program from an approved school
Academic hospital experience
Experience with congenital heart disease patients and / or HCM patients
Prefer adult congenital, structural heart, heart and lung transplant, and advanced heart failure experience. Experience with VAD, ECMO, TAVR, Mitra-Clip, and other advanced therapies.
Prefer EPIC EMR and Syngo Dynamics system experience
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Current registry through ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS or ACS).
AHA BLS- Basic Life Support
Completion / graduate of an approved cardiac sonographer training program
Excellent communication skills
This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all Medical Center locations.
Experience with congenital heart disease patients and / or HCM patients Prefer adult congenital, struc
Previous experience performing adult cardiac echocardiograms
Minimum of one (1) year post-graduate experience performing adult cardiac echocardiograms
IDEAL CANDIDATE
Currently holds registry through ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS or ACS)
Minimum of one or more years of post-graduate experience performing adult cardiac echos.
Completion / graduate of an approved cardiac sonographer training program
Experience with congenital heart disease patients and / or HCM patients
Job Type : Full-time
Salary : $165,000.00 - $205,000.00 per year
Benefits : 401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Relocation assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Salary : $165,000 - $205,000
