Cardiac Sonographer

Join Novant Health as a Cardiac Sonographer

Forsyth Medical Center

Job ID: 102026

7 day a week 1 st shift support

Are you passionate about making a difference with cutting-edge cardiac imaging? Novant Health is looking for a skilled Cardiac Sonographer to join our compassionate and remarkable team!

Why Novant Health?

• State-of-the-art facilities & technology
• Collaborative and supportive environment
• Competitive salary & benefits
• Career growth & continuing education opportunities

Schedule:

• 40 hours/week: 7 day a week 1st shift support
• Weekend coverage and on-call responsibilities

Qualifications:

• ARDMS or CCI certification required. New grads will have 6 months to pass registry.
• Experience with adult echocardiography techniques
• Strong patient communication skills

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. 2 Year / Associate Degree, preferred. Graduate from a formal Cardiovascular Program that is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, preferred.
• Experience: 1 year preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Registered Cardiac Sonographer, credentials RDCS or RCS (New Graduates will have 6 months to pass registry), required.
• Additional Skills (required):
  • Ability to effectively operate sonographic equipment.
  • Ability to evaluate echocardiogram in order to acquire appropriate diagnostic information.
  • Ability to shift workload to meet patient needs.
  • Ability to use independent judgment to acquire the optimum echocardiogram information in each examination performed.
  • Ability to follow established departmental procedures.
  • Ability to work efficiently and cope with emergency situations.
  • Must demonstrate thorough knowledge of echocardiography interpretation, echocardiography skills, and considerable echocardiography abilities.
  • Communication skills and sensitivity to patient needs.
  • Ability to interpret information to identify each patient’s requirements for care relative to his/her age specific needs.

What You’ll Do:

• Perform high-quality echocardiograms using state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment
• Collaborate with cardiologists and other care providers to ensure accurate results and exceptional patient experiences
• Provide compassionate, patient-centered care in every interaction
• Maintain imaging standards, follow safety protocols, and continuously expand your clinical knowledge