What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonographer position at Exeter Hospital?
Exeter Hospital, part of Beth Israel Lahey Health, is a nationally recognized, non-profit community hospital that has been caring for the Seacoast region since 1896. With more than 1,400 employees and 370 affiliated physicians, Exeter Hospital provides comprehensive services across cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, breast health, maternity, and more—all supported by advanced technologies and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care. At Exeter Hospital, you’ll find a close-knit, collaborative environment where every team member is valued, supported, and empowered to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Why Join Us
- Magnet®-recognized hospital known for nursing excellence and quality care
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and retirement plans beginning on day 1 of employment
- Career growth and leadership development opportunities across Beth Israel Lahey Health
- Free onsite parking
- Strong sense of community and teamwork where your contributions are recognized
- State-of-the-art facilities and advanced technology to support exceptional care
- Located in scenic Exeter, New Hampshire—just minutes from the Seacoast, with easy access to Boston and Portland
Produces two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and Doppler flow analysis of heart and related structures for use by Physician in diagnosis of heart disease and study of heart.
Requirements:
- Post Secondary Education or equivalent, directly related to field
- MIRT License
- RCS certified by CCI (Cardiovascular Credentialing International) or RDCS certified by ARDMS (American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) within 18 months of hire
- BLS Certified within 90 days of hire
Responsibilities:
1. Selects equipment for use in ultrasound setup according to specifications of examination.
2. Explains process to patient; instructs and assists patient in assuming physical position for examination.
3. Discusses test results with Physician when indicated.
4. Attaches electrodes to patient’s chest to monitor heart rhythm and connects electrodes to electrode leads of ultrasound equipment.
5. Produces images of real time tomographic cardiac anatomy and adjusts equipment to obtain quality images.
6. Moves transducer over patient’s heart areas, observes ultrasound display screen and listens to Doppler signals to acquire data for measurement of blood flow velocities.
7. Measures heart wall thickness and chamber sizes recorded or keys commands into computer to measure thickness and chamber sizes of heart and compares measurement to standard norms to identify abnormalities in the heart.
8. Measures blood flow velocities and calculates data such as cardiac physiology and valve areas for evaluation of cardiac function by Physician.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.