Heart & Vascular Sonographer
Cincinnati, Ohio
Christ Hospital

Job Opportunity: Heart & Vascular Sonographer

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Specialty: Sonographer - Heart & Vascular (Echocardiography and Vascular Ultrasound)
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Perform non-invasive vascular and/or echocardiography testing.
• Follow established testing protocols to produce high-quality study images and data.
• Obtain appropriate patient history prior to each test.
• Ensure supporting documentation for exams is complete.
• Use ultrasound technology knowledge to identify if order revisions are needed and notify appropriate personnel.
• Explain testing procedures effectively to patients, family members, and hospital staff.
• Develop and maintain good relationships with clients and coworkers.
• Provide efficient service and collaborate with peers to maximize productivity.
• Schedule add-on and emergency exams to maintain workflow.
• Communicate with patient care areas to prep and send for patients timely.
• Maintain cleanliness and adequate supply stock in assigned areas.
• Communicate equipment maintenance needs and operate equipment safely.
• Follow quality control standards and participate in departmental process improvement and peer review activities.
• Stay current with new or revised testing protocols and complete required continuing education for licensure/certification.
• Comply with annual hospital and departmental safety, education, and in-service requirements.
• Attend department meetings and share responsibility for agenda.

Required Skills & Experience

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to communicate effectively with hospital management, physicians, and technologists.
• Current knowledge of technology and clinical advances related to cardiac and/or vascular sonography.
• Working knowledge of accreditation, credentialing, and quality assurance procedures.
• Basic understanding of imager configuration, DICOM standards, networking, and medical records.

Education Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited Ultrasound training program.
• Maintain continuing education requirements as set forth by ARDMS, CCI, ICAVL, and ICAE.

Certifications & Licensure

• ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or
• ARDMS Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) or
• CCI Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or
• CCI Registered Vascular Sonographer (RVS)
• BLS (American Heart Association)

Additional Notes

• No explicit mention of required years of experience; assume standard for specialty.
• No indication that prior travel experience is required.