Cardiovascular Sonographer

Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

. Provide quality cardiac and peripheral vascular ultrasound scans as directed by physicians .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timePierre • Colorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $32 - $49 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in performing cardiac and peripheral vascular ultrasound scans, including echocardiography and stress echocardiography, while ensuring compliance with safety standards and effective patient education. Proficient in managing echocardiographic services and maintaining accurate documentation for physician interpretation.

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Cardiac Ultrasound ScanningEchocardiographyPatient EducationRadiography CertificationCompliance with Safety Standards

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Hard Skills

Cardiac Ultrasound ScanningEchocardiographyStress EchocardiographyDocumentation of Procedure DataInfection ControlTechnical Service Area StandardsBilling ProceduresIntervention Initiation

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationTeam CollaborationConfidentiality Maintenance

Certifications & Qualifications

Radiography Certification (ARRT)RDCS (AE) Certification (ARDMS)

Industry Keywords

Cardiology Department ManagementCMS ComplianceThe Joint Commission StandardsDHHS RegulationsOSHA Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide quality cardiac and peripheral vascular ultrasound scans as directed by physicians
Perform adult cardiac, vascular, and stress echocardiography examinations
Educate patients and families about administered procedures
Initiate appropriate interventions, including notifying physicians when results require immediate attention
Maintain equipment, infection control, safety, and other technical service area standards
Document procedure data completely and accurately for reading physician interpretation
Manage the echocardiographic portion of the Cardiology department
Follow appropriate billing procedures
Set up and maintain echocardiography and stress echocardiography outreach programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate's degree in a related health care field (e.g., Respiratory Therapy, Radiology, Cardiovascular Technology)
Radiography (R) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) upon hire OR RDCS (AE) certification from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) upon hire
Ability to work the specified hours
Visual acuity adequate to perform position duties
Ability to communicate effectively with others
Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds
Ability to perform each essential job function satisfactorily
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Compliance with applicable safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards, including CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA

Benefits

Comp & perks

$25,000-$40,000 Sign on Bonus may be available
PTO available day 1 for eligible hires
Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment