Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as a Cardiac Sonographer I, Registry in our Cardiology – Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging department.
At UChicago Medicine, we bring the world's most innovative approaches to patients with all conditions, from common to complex. You will have the opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized physicians and cardiovascular specialists while providing exceptional patient care in a collaborative academic medical center. This position is a 100% onsite opportunity . You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
As a Cardiac Sonographer I , you will perform transthoracic echocardiograms and stress echocardiograms under the direct supervision of a Cardiac Sonographer II or III and the general supervision of the Medical Director of the Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging Laboratory. You will prepare patients for procedures, obtain diagnostic-quality images, accurately document studies, and provide compassionate, patient-centered care while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Essential Job Functions
- Prepare patients for transthoracic echocardiograms and stress echocardiograms by reviewing physician orders, indications, and previous studies.
- Perform echocardiographic imaging under the direct supervision of a Cardiac Sonographer II or III.
- Obtain diagnostic-quality cardiac ultrasound images following departmental protocols.
- Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, physicians, and staff.
- Document procedures, reports, and charges using Epic and the Xcelera cardiovascular imaging system.
- Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation.
- Promote patient safety and comfort throughout each examination.
- Maintain ultrasound equipment and report operational concerns as appropriate.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Successful completion of an accredited Cardiac Ultrasound (Echocardiography) training program.
- Minimum six (6) months of clinical training in cardiac ultrasound.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Registry eligible through either:
- Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), or
- American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using Epic electronic medical records.
- Experience using Xcelera cardiovascular imaging software.
- Previous hospital or academic medical center experience preferred.
Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Registry
Shift: Day Shift
Work Location: Echo Hyde Park
Unit/Department: Cardiology – Noninvasive Cardiac Imaging
Call Requirement: None
Weekend Requirement: None
