What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonographer position at Johns Hopkins Medicine?
Position Summary:
Cardiac Sonographer I performs an extensive range of cardiac ultrasound studies in the clinical and research settings at various locations. Examinations may include Transthoracic, Exercise, and Pharmacologic Stress Echocardiograms, special procedures including but not limited to echo guided myocardial biopsied, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy studies, and additional procedures as dictated by research protocols and clinical trials. The Cardiac Sonographer I works closely with the Staff Sonographers, Level II and III, Medical Staff, and Investigators to insure all exams are completed according to established policies and procedures. This position will also include clinical instructor responsibilities to the JHH Ultrasound students, and Cardiology Fellows in the Echo Lab.
Location Information: Waters Edge103 Beta Boulevard, Suite A, Belcamp, MD, 21017
Education:
- Graduation from a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Program (CAAHEP) – accredited Diagnostic ultrasound program required. Additional clinical experience or credentials may be considered in lieu of some education.
Required Licensure Certification, etc.
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by The American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by Cardiac Credentialing International (CCI) is required.
- Registered Vascular Technologist (RVT) preferred but not required.
Work Experience:
- Successful completion of a CAAHEP accredited Diagnostic program required.
- Experience as a Cardiac Sonographer in a hospital based environment or additional experience as a vascular technologist is desirable.
Salary Range: Minimum 39.56/hour - Maximum 65.34/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
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