What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cardiac Sonographer Specialist - Heart Centers position at University of Illinois?
Cardiac Sonographer Specialist - Heart Centers
Hiring Department: Heart Centers
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1038012
FTE: 1
Work Schedule: 40 hrs per week
Shift: Days
# of Positions: 1
Workplace Type: On-Site
Posting Close Date: 12/3/2025
Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $51.52 - 79.64 / Hourly Wage
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a Joint Commission-accredited tertiary care hospital and outpatient clinics, and the Mile Square Health Center network of federally qualified health centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Learn more: https://hospital.uillinois.edu/about-ui-health
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
Cardiac Sonographers operate specialized diagnostic equipment to produce pictures of the heart by means of echocardiography. Sonographer will perform advanced ultrasound scans that require delicate or exacting steps and seasoned judgment in the OCC and Roosevelt Heart Centers.
Duties & Responsibilities
- 1. Independently performs advanced ultrasound procedures, such as two dimensional echocardiograms utilizing saline and pharmacological contract in the OCC and Roosevelt Heart Centers.
- 2. Evaluates exam results to ascertain the required information was obtained and to determine if outcomes indicate if additional testing is necessary.
- 3. Monitors the operation and calibration of laboratory equipment; makes moderate repairs.
- 4. Participates in quality assurance activities.
- 5. Trains staff in established procedures and new procedures being implemented in the laboratory; advises them on individual examinations as needed.
- 6. May act as a supervisor/manager including overseeing work, providing technical and operational assistance, and assigning daily work schedules.
- 7. Orientates, supervises, and evaluates the performance of students or residents in procedures.
- 8. Attend and assist at in-hospital and local echocardiography conferences when applicable.
- 9. Organizes and coordinates overall patient flow (schedules patients).
- 10. Assists with accreditation process.
- 11. Participate in regular staff meetings and Heart Center improvement projects within multi-disciplinary teams
- 12. Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and clinic goals in daily behaviors
- 13. Participates in research protocols assigned to patients
- 14. Performs duties at the lower level of this series, as required.
- 15. Performs other related duties as assigned.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Current/valid registration, certification or licensure in ANY of the following in Echocardiography:
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCCS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) from Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Two (2) years (24 months) of progressively more responsible work experience in the designated area of specialty.
- Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
Note: A Bachelor’s degree in a health care related field may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of experience.
To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
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Salary : $52 - $80