Job Description
Echo Sonographer Full-Time | Day Shift
Location: Naples, FL
The Echo Sonographer performs all standard Echo Sonographer duties while specializing in complex pediatric cardiac care, including congenital defects and surgical corrections, producing high-quality exams and managing challenging patients and critical findings with off-site cardiologists. They also handle departmental operations, maintain records and protocols, support quality improvement activities, and assist in training new staff, all with minimal supervision.
Benefits and Compensation - Starting pay at $33/hr
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Accident, critical illness, and wellness perks
- 401(k) with retirement planning support
- Life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts and preferred legal services
- Employee assistance programs
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education
- Paid time off to recharge and maintain work-life balance
- Optional supplemental benefits to fit your lifestyle
Qualifications Required: - Minimum of High School diploma or GED required
- Must have accredited CVT program, echocardiography program OR Associate’s degree with emphasis on natural science OR 10 years’ experience as a Registered Echo Sonographer.
- Must be registered under one of the following agencies:
- R. D. M. S.- Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer with a specialty in Cardiology
- R. D. C. S.- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer
- R. C. S.- Registered Cardiac Sonographer
- Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience and demonstrated scanning ability.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Must have demonstrated aptitude of computer and keyboard function with medical applications.
- Must have extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology and pathology. Must have ability to prioritize and effectively perform under
stressful situations. Must have ability to provide care and consideration for patients/families and to effectively deal with other staff and public. - Must demonstrate competencies in Pediatric Views and Pathology.
- Basic computer knowledge: ability to operate a PC, create/save/print documents, input da
Responsibilities - Performs Transthoracic Echocardiogram 2-D and M-mode according to specific adult and pediatric lab protocol.
- Measures and documents all M-Mode and Doppler studies as they pertain to adult and/or Pediatrics.
- Demonstrates specific pediatric congenital abnormalities.
- Integrates adult and pediatric cardiac anatomy.
- Able to utilize color, pulse and continuous wave Doppler in order to demonstrate relevant data pertaining to specific pediatric anatomy and
pathology. - Performs routine Color, Pulse and Continuous Wave Doppler.
- Operates ultrasound machine &assists the physician during TEE procedure.
- Cleans and disinfects TEE probes according to lab policy and manufacturer recommendations.
- Perform Echocardiogram during exercise and/or pharmacological studies according to specific adult and pediatric lab protocol.
- Accurately demonstrates the need for contrast agents and assists the nursing staff (as well as independently) in preparing lab approved contrast agents.
- When trained &approved, performs venipuncture and injects approved contrast agents independently according to lab policy.
- Accurate documentation of daily patient log.
- Accurate completion of departmental forms and technical reports.
- All written documentation is legible.
- Places new orders and/or modifies patient orders in CareNet.
- Documents all patient care activities in the CareNet System.
- Demonstrates competency in all procedures within scope of practice, as appropriate to the ages of patients served.
- Participates in data collection within department in accordance with PI objectives.
- Actively participates in the departmental case review process and assists the lab in meeting ICAEL guidelines.
- Seeks further means of education, such as conferences, to further knowledge as required by ICAEL including CME requirements.
- Actively assists and supports departmental activities to ensure that operational and salary expenses are equal to or less than approved budget.
- Understands the principles and concepts of Performance Improvement. Looks for opportunities and solutions for process improvements and seeks
to improve job skills. - Maintains the principles of confidentiality. Understands the legal/regulatory requirements related to the release of information. Able to use the
information systems pertinent to the job. - Documents all procedures done to include the patient logbook, physician report, CareNet, VCR tape, and the patient’s file.
- Communication: utilizes verbal and written communication to address patient, employee, physician and visitor needs.
- Time Management: Completes all work prior to the end of the shift. Asks for assistance when needed.
- Demonstrates flexibility by routinely floating between campuses.
- Takes call in rotation and responds to pages appropriately.
- Maintains a clean, safe environment.
- Helps to orient & train new employees and serves as a role model of non-registered staff in preparing for registry examination.
- Checks Cidex solution on a regular basis, changes Cidex as required, and documents checks and changes in the departmental logbook.
- Maintains accurate patient records to include VCR tape storage and patient filing.
Background Screening Requirement (Florida): This position requires background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse in accordance with Florida law (Section 435.12). To learn more about the Clearinghouse and the screening process, visit:
Job Tags
Permanent employment, Full time, Flexible hours, Shift work, Day shift