Cardiac Sonographer (Inpatient & Outpatient)

Company: Rochester Regional Health
Location: Rochester
Posted on: April 11, 2025

Job Description:

Cardiac Sonographer (Inpatient & Outpatient) at Rochester Regional Health summary: The Cardiac Sonographer at Rochester Regional Health is responsible for performing diagnostic echocardiographic procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics using various advanced imaging techniques. This role includes preparation and assessment of patients, providing preliminary interpretations of studies, and participating in research initiatives. The position requires appropriate licensure in echocardiography and offers a comprehensive benefits package aimed at employee wellbeing and professional development. HOW WE CARE FOR YOU:
At Rochester Regional Health, we are dedicated to getting health care right. Our robust benefits and total rewards foster employee wellbeing, professional development and personal growth. We care for your career while caring for the community.

• Signing Bonses
• Pension Plan
• Retirement Plan -
• Advancement Opportunities -
• Employee Discounts - SUMMARY The Cardiac Sonographer will p erform medically prescribed diagnostic echocardiographic procedures to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics, utilizing various modes and techniques, including but not limited to 2-dimensional, M-Mode, color flow, pulse wave, and continuous wave Doppler, in accordance with accepted protocols. Rochester Regional Sands-Constellation Heart Institute (SCHI) - is recognized across Rochester and Western New York as a center of excellence in diagnosing, preventing, treating, and managing heart disease and conditions. -With multiple accolades from U.S. News & World Report, and as one of the largest -cardiac programs in New York State, -SCHI has been named among the top 10% in the nation for cardiology services. STATUS: Full Time DEPARTMENT: Cardiac Care SCHEDULE: Flexible (Outpatient Coverage: Monday - Friday and/or Inpatient Coverage: Scheduled Weekends, Evenings & On-Call) LICENSURE Appropriate credential in echocardiography from: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS). RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Utilizes imaging protocols established by American Society of Echocardiography, ICAEL Echo Standards.
  • Utilizes proper patient positioning techniques to obtain optimal image quality, and to avoid injury to patient and self.
  • Manipulates imaging control settings (i.e. Gain, Focus, Focus Range, and attenuation) to obtain optimal imaging quality.
  • Accesses preliminary diagnostic report attached to procedure to formulate a preliminary interpretation for the reading cardiologist, also provides preliminary comments for each structure examined.
  • Obtains and provides previous echocardiographic studies, for reading cardiologist, for comparison with current study, if available. --- Programs and Procedures include:
    • Tr ansthoracic Echocardiography (TTE)
    • T ransesophageal Echocardiography (TEE)
    • Stress Echocardiography
    • TAVR , Mitraclip , VSD and PFO Closures
    • Actively Participating in Research Studies EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: - PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee's physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $33.00 - $47.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14618 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
      Minority/Female/Disability/Veterans by a prospective employee and/or employee's Physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. Keywords: Cardiac Sonographer, echocardiography, diagnostic imaging, cardiovascular technician, patient care, hemodynamics, echocardiographic procedures, ultrasound, clinical research, medical diagnostics

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