Cardiac Sonographer III

Sutter Health

. Perform diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures of high complexity to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics .

Posted 10/20/2026part-timeModesto • California • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $68 - $95 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced knowledge and skills in diagnostic cardiac sonography, including performing complex echocardiography procedures and adult congenital heart echocardiograms. Capable of effective communication, time management, and collaboration within a healthcare team while ensuring patient privacy.

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Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS)Adult Echocardiography (ARDMS-RDCS(AE))5 Years Relevant ExperienceDiagnostic Cardiac Sonography Principles

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Hard Skills

Diagnostic Cardiac SonographyEchocardiography ProceduresCardiac Sonographic ExaminationsAnatomy UnderstandingPhysiology KnowledgePathology KnowledgeMedical TerminologyTrauma ResponseCode Blue ResponseHospital Emergency Management

Soft Skills

Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteRISLISEHREPICPACS

Certifications & Qualifications

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderRegistered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS)ARDMS-RDCS(AE)ARDMS-RDCS(PE)ARDMS-RDCS(FE)ARDMS-RVT

Industry Keywords

Cardiac SonographyEchocardiographyAdult Congenital HeartPatient PHI PrivacyHealthcare Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures of high complexity to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics
Perform commonly conducted echocardiography procedures with a high level of competence
Perform adult congenital heart echocardiograms
Participate in cardiac research projects
Perform specific procedures as assigned
Orient other staff to the department
Recognize, prioritize, and communicate suspicious or abnormal results
Work variable day shifts, including Saturday and Sunday coverage

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduation from an accredited Cardiac Sonography Program
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
2 of the following certifications: RCS (CCI)-Registered Cardiac Sonographer; ACS (CCI)-Advanced Cardiac Sonographer; ARDMS-RDCS(AE)-Adult; ARDMS-RDCS(PE)-Pediatric; ARDMS-RDCS(FE)-Fetal; ARDMS-RVT-Registered Vascular Technologist (allowed for those who entered this job prior to 06/17/2024)
Alternatively, performs one of the listed high-complexity imaging, structural heart, LVAD/ECMO, transplant, congenital, research, vascular, or cardiac MRI functions
5 years recent relevant experience
Advanced knowledge of diagnostic cardiac sonography principles, procedures, views, and equipment
Substantial experience responding to traumas, code blues, medical alerts, STAT calls, and hospital emergencies
Skilled in cardiac sonographic examinations and understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
Written and verbal communication skills
Time management and organizational skills
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, RIS, LIS, EHR, EPIC, and PACS
Ability to prioritize activities and meet deadlines within defined policies and procedures
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in an interruption-filled environment
Ability to resolve atypical or infrequent problems and provide informal guidance to junior team members
Ability to ensure patient PHI privacy
Ability to collaborate with peers and healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.