Cardiac Sonographer - Department of Medicine

Performs a variety of routine and specialized Cardiac sonography. Performs examinations in accordance with the established Ultrasound protocols and procedures. Ensures a smooth operational and productive workflow; and other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates clinical competence in all section protocols established by the Cardiologist team. Applies detailed knowledge of anatomy in-order-to produce images of high quality.
• Ability to independently adjust study imaging per policies and protocols on the fly.
•  Assists in mentoring of new Cardiac sonographers and support staff.
•  Pleasantly greets and introduces self to patients, verify their identification and the correctness of the examination to be performed.
•  Explains examination to the patient and family, if present.

Note: The intent of this list of primary duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of an AMA approved school of Ultrasound Technology
• Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers or American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Sonography
• Health Care Provider CPR certification
• One to three years of related experience preferred. Will consider a new graduate
• Cardiac Tech and IV experience a plus
• Requires working knowledge of proper scanning and body mechanics to reduce injury.

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control, education/training and other qualifications.  University of Maryland Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits