Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Overview

Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Cardiac Sonographer to join our Cardiac Diagnostic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echo cardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. This role requires a deep understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the ability to use advanced imaging technology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, attention to detail, and continuous learning in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.

In addition, the Echo Tech may perform 12‑lead EKGs, Holter monitor hookup, cardiac event monitor hookup, Holter monitor scanning, and cardiac exercise treadmill testing as well as assist in procedures.

• Perform high‑quality echocardiograms, including transthoracic, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography, M‑mode, 2D, Doppler, and color flow imaging.
• Accurately obtain and record measurements and images of cardiac structures and function for adults and pediatric patients.
• Perform stress echocardiography, contrast echocardiography procedures, and assist with transesophageal echocardiography as needed.
• Analyze and interpret sonographic data.
• Maintain and calibrate ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Start IVs for imaging procedures.
• Take call for emergency testing on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Apply Holter monitors and event recorders to patients, ensuring proper electrode placement.
• Educate patients on the use and care of monitoring devices.
• Maintain equipment, ensuring cleanliness, proper function, and timely replacement of components.
• Provide compassionate care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
• Educate patients and their families about procedures, findings, and follow‑up care.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.

• Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope, duties, and licensure.

• Inventory management of supplies related to cardiac sonography, including ordering and restocking as necessary.

• Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and echocardiology interpretive parameters.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in cardiac sonography.

• Experience with Holter monitors and event recorders is highly desirable.

• Associate degree in cardiovascular technology, diagnostic medical sonography, or a related field.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Current registration as a Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS or RCS) required upon hire.

• Certification in Holter Monitoring and Event Recorder technology preferred.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a plus.

• Chemicals:
  Cydex.
• Video display terminals:
  Average.
• Blood and body fluids:
  Rare.
• TB or airborne pathogens:
  Rare.

• Speech:
  Required to communicate via telephone, facilitate meetings, presentations, and training.
• Vision:
  Needed to read memos and literature, assess patients, and see equipment.
• Smell:
  Helpful for electrical/fire safety.
• Hearing:
  Needed for telephone communication and patient assessment.
• Touch:
  Necessary for typing, computer entry, writing, and blood pressure.

• Time sitting: 40%
• Time twisting: 30%
• Time standing: 50%
• Time walking: 40%
• Time lifting: 5%
• Time bending: 3%
• Time reaching above shoulders: 1%

• Sitting: 45 minutes
• Twisting: 30 minutes
• Standing: 60 minutes
• Walking: 10 minutes
• Lifting: 2 minutes
• Bending: 2 minutes
• Reaching above shoulders: 5 minutes

• Simple grasp up to 10 lbs.
• Pushing & pulling: 50 to 200 lbs.
• Fine manipulation: computer keyboard, calculator, and writing.

• Inside hours: 8 hours per day
• Outside hours: 0 hours per day
• Temperature:
  Normal range
• Lighting:
  Average
• Noise levels:
  Very loud
• Humidity:
  Normal range

• Explosive‑O2 hookups in department.
• Protective clothing required: gloves, goggles, and mask for handling equipment.

• Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on qualifications, skills, and experience.
• Premium pay such as shift differential and on‑call pay.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Paid time off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, short‑ and long‑term disability.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Defined-contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational assistance program.

USD $41.31 - USD $55.28 per hour