CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER - Thomas Talent Network

CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER

Location:

Pittsfield, Massachusetts

Salary:

$76,960 - $103,896

Shift:

Mon-Fri, 7:30am-4:00pm, Rotating holidays

Sign-on Bonus:

$10,000&

Student Loan Reimbursement:

$30K over 3 years for full-time

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Are you a skilled Cardiac Sonographer ready to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the serene beauty of Pittsfield, Massachusetts? Join our dedicated team at a leading community hospital where your expertise will be pivotal in diagnosing and treating heart conditions. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment, competitive pay, and a substantial sign-on bonus. Embrace the chance to advance your career in a supportive and picturesque setting.

Why Pittsfield?

Nestled in the heart of the Berkshires, Pittsfield offers a unique blend of natural beauty and small-town charm. Enjoy a tranquil lifestyle with access to outdoor adventures, cultural attractions, and a close-knit community.

Your Role:

As a Cardiac Sonographer, you will be essential in producing high-quality ultrasound images of the heart and blood vessels, aiding in accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform a variety of echocardiography exams, including stress echocardiography and transesophageal echocardiography.

Utilize advanced imaging techniques such as two-dimensional, color Spectral Doppler, and M-mode imaging.

Work independently and consult with physicians for complex or unexpected findings.

Manage patient care throughout the examination process, ensuring their comfort and safety.

Demonstrate expertise in providing age-appropriate services for diverse patient populations.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education Training:

Associate’s Degree or equivalent, or completion of an accredited cardiac ultrasound program.

License Certification:

RDCS/RCS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer from ARMDS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer from CCI. AHA BLS Certification required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience:

2+ years of full-time experience in a dedicated echocardiography laboratory.

Additional Certification:

RVT through ARDMS or RVS through CCI, or eligibility to sit for the registry exam.

Skills Abilities:

Proficiency in or willingness to cross-train for vascular examinations.

Ability to handle patients, equipment, and supplies with physical dexterity.

Function independently in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

Operate HIS and CIS computers effectively.

Knowledge of clinical emergency equipment such as oxygen tanks and suction apparatus.