What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonographer position at Unity Health?
Cardiac Sonographer
Location: Texas | Salary: $28000.00- $52000.00 per year | Experience: 1-3 Years
Join our team as a Cardiac Sonographer and take your career to the next level! This is an excellent opportunity to work in a supportive environment with flexible schedules and a range of exciting benefits. Whether you're looking to work in a Level 1 Trauma Center, Community Hospital, or Pediatric Facility, we have options for you!
Key Benefits:
- Flexible work scheduling: 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts available
- Career advancement and leadership opportunities
- Relocation assistance available
- Enhanced shift differential pay
- Competitive wages with incentives
- Tuition reimbursement for bachelor’s and master’s degrees
- Cross-training opportunities across modalities
- Work in various settings: Academic Level 1 Trauma Centers, Community Hospitals, Pediatric Hospitals, and Ambulatory Clinics
Job Summary: The Cardiac Sonographer performs advanced ultrasound procedures on adult patients to diagnose and assess cardiac abnormalities. You'll utilize transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiograms to gather diagnostic information for physicians, ensuring high-quality results.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform a variety of cardiac ultrasound procedures, from basic to advanced, and capture measurements for accurate interpretation.
- Identify and assess cardiac abnormalities, adjusting techniques as needed.
- Assist physicians in the operating room and procedure rooms during complex procedures.
- Prepare patients, gather clinical histories, and ensure accurate diagnostic echocardiograms.
- Maintain equipment, ensuring the Echocardiography Lab functions optimally.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure top-notch patient care.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: Graduate of an accredited program or 2 years of relevant work experience
- Experience: Less than 1 year of experience preferred
- Certification/License:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or obtained within 30 days of hire
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS), or obtained within 6 months of hire/transfer
Key Success Factors:
- Knowledge of complex sonographic principles and techniques
- Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy and physiology
- Excellent patient communication skills and ability to explain procedures
- Knowledge of infection control practices and patient confidentiality
- Ability to collaborate with healthcare professionals and provide exceptional patient care
Benefits Include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition reimbursement
- PTO accrual starting on Day 1
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Rotating weekends
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Marble Falls, AR 72648 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Marble Falls, AR 72648: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 100% (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $28,000 - $52,000
