Cardiovascular Sonographer - Vascular Lab TKC - AM

Position: Cardiovascular Sonographer I - Vascular Lab TKC - AM (014)
Position Overview

Pay range: $29.25 - $47.55 / hour

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

Dual registered Echo/Vascular Sonographer under moderate supervision according to established policies and procedure. To perform routine and emergency echocardiograms and vascular duplex ultrasound examinations and provides preliminary interpretations of studies performed. Examinations performed may include, but not limited to, transthoracic, stress and ultrasound enhancing echocardiograms, peripheral venous and arterial exams, extra cranial cerebrovascular exams, visceral vascular and/or renal vascular exams. To provide echocardiography and vascular services at all locations and schedules as needed to meet patient care needs.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited cardiovascular ultrasound training program preferred. Proof of eligibility to test for RDCS or RCS and RVT or RVS certification required for new graduates of a sonography program. ARDMS or CCI certification in Echocardiography and Vascular must be obtained within twelve (12) months from date of hire to position. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association (AHA) required.Why

Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians.

Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care.

With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.