Cardiovascular sonographer entry level jobs

is night shift following initial training period. Learns the functions of EEG technology and procedures on patients with suspected neurologic injury or disease under supervision and according to facility policies and procedures. Eligible for consideration for promotion after one year of work experience and demonstration of competence in core duties and responsibilities. Job Description: Essential Functions: Performs a variety of investigational procedures on patients, such as Routine, Extended, and Portable video EEGs, and Long Term Epilepsy Monitoring, under direct supervision. Applies, checks, and maintains EEG electrodes correctly, understanding the International 10-20 System for placement. Calibrates and adjusts EEG instrument settings, ensuring high-quality, artifact-free tracings. Performs special recording techniques as necessary. Gains knowledge of EEG technology principles, anatomy, and physiology. Recognizes normal and abnormal EEG activity patterns. Provides patient-focused care, explains procedures clearly to patients or family members, observes clinical manifestations, and handles emergency situations appropriately. Handles administrative duties, such as answering phones, scheduling procedures, keeping records, maintaining supplies, processing patient charges, and ensuring equiptment maintenance. Actively participates in professional development activities, inclusive of conferences, technical meetings, and assigned readings. Education Requirement: High school graduate, required. Bachelors Degree in Health Sciences or related field, preferred. Licensure Requirement: (not specified) Certifications: Current CPR certificate, required. Skills: Proficient in computer operations and technology. Experience: Hospital Experience, preferred. Physical Requirements: OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder, Decision Making, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Problem solving, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs FREQUENTLY: Audible speech, Bend/twist, Computer skills, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Squat/kneel, Standing, Walking CONTINUOUSLY: Color vision, Depth perception, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Seeing - Far/near Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: (not specified) "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"

An Echo Technologist (also known as an Echocardiogram Technologist or Cardiac Sonographer) is a specialized healthcare professional responsible for performing echocardiograms (ultrasound of the heart). These diagnostic procedures create images of the heart's structures and blood flow to aid in the diagnosis of heart conditions. Echo Technologists work closely with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality imaging while providing excellent patient care. Key Responsibilities: Pre-Procedure Preparation: Review patient medical history and physician orders to determine the type of echocardiogram procedure required (e.g., transthoracic, transesophageal). Explain the echocardiogram procedure to the patient, ensuring they understand the process, its purpose, and any necessary preparations. Verify patient identity and ensure informed consent is obtained before the procedure. Prepare and check the echocardiogram machine and related equipment, ensuring it is functioning correctly. Position the patient appropriately for the procedure, explaining the steps to help them remain comfortable during the imaging process. Performing Echocardiograms: Operate ultrasound equipment to obtain high-quality images of the heart's structures, including the chambers, valves, and blood vessels. Use a handheld transducer (probe) to capture real-time images of the heart, ensuring proper positioning and technique for clear images. Assess the heart's functionality, including examining blood flow, valve performance, and the heart's size, shape, and movement. Adjust settings on the equipment, such as depth, focus, and gain, to ensure optimal image quality for accurate diagnosis. Perform specialized techniques such as doppler imaging to assess blood flow and color flow mapping to visualize blood flow through the heart. Patient Safety and Comfort: Ensure the patient's safety and comfort during the procedure by explaining each step and addressing any questions or concerns. Monitor the patient during the procedure for signs of discomfort, anxiety, or distress, adjusting the procedure as necessary. Provide reassurance, especially for patients who may be anxious about the procedure or have claustrophobia or discomfort. Maintain a sterile and clean environment in the echocardiogram room to ensure patient safety. Image Analysis and Reporting: Review images captured during the echocardiogram for quality and completeness before submitting them for analysis by the cardiologist. Ensure images are properly labeled with patient information, and follow protocols for accurate documentation. Assess the quality of images and repeat any sections as needed to ensure the best possible diagnostic information. Provide preliminary impressions to the supervising physician or cardiologist based on images, adhering to professional standards. Post-Procedure Care: Assist the patient after the procedure, ensuring they are stable and comfortable before leaving the imaging area. Clean the equipment and patient area according to infection control protocols, ensuring all necessary disinfection is completed. Provide the patient with any necessary post-procedure instructions, including follow-up care or the need for additional tests or treatment. Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Ensure the echocardiogram equipment is regularly maintained and properly calibrated for accurate imaging. Perform minor troubleshooting of the equipment, addressing any issues that may affect image quality or performance. Report any malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate personnel for repair or replacement. Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient information, procedure details, and images in the electronic health record (EHR) system or other patient databases. Ensure that images and diagnostic reports are stored correctly and are accessible to cardiologists and other healthcare professionals as needed. Complete and document any required patient notes, ensuring compliance with healthcare facility standards and regulations. Collaboration with Medical Team: Work closely with cardiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that echocardiogram results are accurately interpreted and used to guide patient care. Communicate effectively with the medical team to report any findings that may require immediate attention or further investigation. Provide support to physicians during the echocardiogram review process, assisting in analyzing data and discussing findings as necessary. Professional Development and Training: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in echocardiography techniques, equipment, and best practices through continuing education. Obtain and maintain certifications in echocardiography and cardiac sonography from recognized organizations such as ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) or CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International). Assist in the training and mentorship of new technologists, students, or interns, ensuring they are familiar with procedures, equipment, and patient care standards.

Job Description Echo / Vascular Sonographer - Centerburg, OH (#TE1007) Employment Type: Full-time Hourly Rate/Salary Range: $60,000 - $91,000 /yr (depending on experience) We are seeking a skilled Echo/Vascular Sonographer to join a dynamic healthcare team in Centerburg, OH. The ideal candidate will perform high-quality cardiac and vascular ultrasound examinations while adhering to professional and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: Cardiovascular Sonographer with ability to perform various cardiac and vascular ultrasound examinations. Documents accurately and in a timely manner. Communicates and collaborates with health care team members. Adheres to organizational policy and procedures, regulatory/accrediting body requirements and professional practice standards. Assesses patient and provides preliminary findings when appropriate to the physician. Uses independent judgment and systematic problem-solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information to optimize patient care. Requirements Qualifications: Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography (preferred) Licensure: ARDMS (RVT and/or RDCS) or CCI (RCS and/or RVS) (or registry-eligible) Current CPR (BLS) certification Experience: Prior experience in cardiac and vascular ultrasound preferred Technical Skills: Proficiency in echo and vascular sonography, accurate documentation, and preliminary findings reporting Soft Skills: Strong communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and attention to detail Benefits Why Join Us? Competitive Compensation: Earn between $60K - $91K annually based on experience. Comprehensive Benefits: $20,000 sign-on bonus Full benefits package Work Schedule: Day shift with on-call rotation (weekends & holidays) Professional Growth: Gain valuable experience in a collaborative, innovative, and supportive environment. Impactful Work: Contribute to a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving patient outcomes.

An Echo Technologist (also known as an Echocardiogram Technologist or Cardiac Sonographer) is a specialized healthcare professional responsible for performing echocardiograms (ultrasound of the heart). These diagnostic procedures create images of the heart's structures and blood flow to aid in the diagnosis of heart conditions. Echo Technologists work closely with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality imaging while providing excellent patient care. Key Responsibilities: Pre-Procedure Preparation: Review patient medical history and physician orders to determine the type of echocardiogram procedure required (e.g., transthoracic, transesophageal). Explain the echocardiogram procedure to the patient, ensuring they understand the process, its purpose, and any necessary preparations. Verify patient identity and ensure informed consent is obtained before the procedure. Prepare and check the echocardiogram machine and related equipment, ensuring it is functioning correctly. Position the patient appropriately for the procedure, explaining the steps to help them remain comfortable during the imaging process. Performing Echocardiograms: Operate ultrasound equipment to obtain high-quality images of the heart's structures, including the chambers, valves, and blood vessels. Use a handheld transducer (probe) to capture real-time images of the heart, ensuring proper positioning and technique for clear images. Assess the heart's functionality, including examining blood flow, valve performance, and the heart's size, shape, and movement. Adjust settings on the equipment, such as depth, focus, and gain, to ensure optimal image quality for accurate diagnosis. Perform specialized techniques such as doppler imaging to assess blood flow and color flow mapping to visualize blood flow through the heart. Patient Safety and Comfort: Ensure the patient's safety and comfort during the procedure by explaining each step and addressing any questions or concerns. Monitor the patient during the procedure for signs of discomfort, anxiety, or distress, adjusting the procedure as necessary. Provide reassurance, especially for patients who may be anxious about the procedure or have claustrophobia or discomfort. Maintain a sterile and clean environment in the echocardiogram room to ensure patient safety. Image Analysis and Reporting: Review images captured during the echocardiogram for quality and completeness before submitting them for analysis by the cardiologist. Ensure images are properly labeled with patient information, and follow protocols for accurate documentation. Assess the quality of images and repeat any sections as needed to ensure the best possible diagnostic information. Provide preliminary impressions to the supervising physician or cardiologist based on images, adhering to professional standards. Post-Procedure Care: Assist the patient after the procedure, ensuring they are stable and comfortable before leaving the imaging area. Clean the equipment and patient area according to infection control protocols, ensuring all necessary disinfection is completed. Provide the patient with any necessary post-procedure instructions, including follow-up care or the need for additional tests or treatment. Equipment Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Ensure the echocardiogram equipment is regularly maintained and properly calibrated for accurate imaging. Perform minor troubleshooting of the equipment, addressing any issues that may affect image quality or performance. Report any malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate personnel for repair or replacement. Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of patient information, procedure details, and images in the electronic health record (EHR) system or other patient databases. Ensure that images and diagnostic reports are stored correctly and are accessible to cardiologists and other healthcare professionals as needed. Complete and document any required patient notes, ensuring compliance with healthcare facility standards and regulations. Collaboration with Medical Team: Work closely with cardiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that echocardiogram results are accurately interpreted and used to guide patient care. Communicate effectively with the medical team to report any findings that may require immediate attention or further investigation. Provide support to physicians during the echocardiogram review process, assisting in analyzing data and discussing findings as necessary. Professional Development and Training: Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in echocardiography techniques, equipment, and best practices through continuing education. Obtain and maintain certifications in echocardiography and cardiac sonography from recognized organizations such as ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography) or CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International). Assist in the training and mentorship of new technologists, students, or interns, ensuring they are familiar with procedures, equipment, and patient care standards.

Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children's Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines. Summary: Performs congenital transthoracic echocardiograms and generates preliminary reports. Participates in a rotating call schedule covering nights, weekends, and occasional holidays. Job Description: Essential Functions: Maintains basic understanding of congenital heart disease, cath lab interventions, surgical repairs, and complications which lead to the acquisition of high quality and diagnostic images. Performs echocardiograms at various offsite clinics and local hospitals. Provides training and positive mentorship to various trainees. Maintains the required CMEs for pediatric echocardiography registration. Participates in department quality and process initiatives. Participates in various research projects. Education Requirement: Bachelor's degree in an applied science and a graduate from an accredited medical ultrasound school preferred. Licensure Requirement: Must be actively registered in Adult or Pediatric Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Must be actively registered in Pediatric Echocardiography by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within two years of hire date. Certifications: Certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation must be maintained. Skills: Accepts and supports change in a positive manner. Maintains professional standards, sets goals, and participates in activities to achieve those goals. Ability to function with flexibility and adaptability to an ever changing and fast paced environment. Experience: Extensive knowledge of normal and abnormal pediatric cardiac imaging, required. Physical Requirements: OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Climb stairs/ladder, Cold Temperatures, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Hot Temperatures, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs, Loud Noises, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel, Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Computer skills, Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 100 lbs or greater with assistance, Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 61-100 lbs, Sitting, Standing, Walking CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Machinery, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing - Far/near Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above: Radiation/Fluoroscopy "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"

Job Description TITLE: Echo / Vascular Sonographer / Cardiovascular Sonographer Now is your chance to join a top hospital where career growth and opportunity await you. They are committed to building healthcare teams whose care exceeds the expectations of their patients and community and are looking for individuals who share the same values. You could live or work in a small town close to Columbus, Ohio so you can be offered all the amenities of a small town and big city at the same time? If that sounds like the change you are looking for, please read on.. What you will be doing: •Cardiovascular Sonographer with ability to perform various cardiac and vascular ultrasound examinations. Documents accurately and in a timely manner. Communicates and collaborates with health care team members. Adheres to organizational policy and procedures, regulatory/accrediting body requirements and professional practice standards. Assesses patient and provides preliminary findings when appropriate to the physician. Uses independent judgment and systematic problem solving methods to produce high quality diagnostic information to optimize patient care. Requirements What they are looking for: •Associates or Bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography preferred. ARDMS (RVT and/or RDCS) or CCI (RCS and/or RVS) or registry eligible Current CPR (BLS) certification required Benefits Hours and compensation potential: •Position is for full time, day shift with on call rotation on weekends and holidays •Range is between $60K-$91K depending on experience. Full benefit package including a 20K sign on bonus. Additional info: •Join us northeast of Columbus and become part of our exceptional team dedicated to delivering high-quality care to our community. If you're a passionate Sonographer seeking a rewarding career in a collaborative healthcare environment, apply now and embark on a fulfilling journey with us!