REGISTERED CARDIAC SONOGRAPHER
Riverside Healthcare, Kankakee, IL, United States
Overview
Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Cardiac Sonographer to join our dynamic regional Cardiac Diagnostic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echocardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. This role requires a deep understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the ability to use advanced imaging technology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, attention to detail, and continuous learning in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform high‑quality echocardiograms (transthoracic, transesophageal, stress, M-mode, 2D, Doppler, color flow).
Accurately obtain and record measurements and images of cardiac structures and function for adults and pediatric patients.
Perform stress echocardiography, contrast echocardiography procedures, and assist with transesophageal echocardiography as needed.
Analyze and interpret sonographic data.
Maintain and calibrate ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Start IVs for imaging procedures.
Take call for emergency testing on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Cardiac Monitoring & Testing
Apply Holter monitors and event recorders to patients, ensuring proper electrode placement.
Educate patients on the use and care of monitoring devices.
Maintain equipment, ensuring cleanliness, proper function, and timely replacement of components.
Patient Care
Provide compassionate care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
Educate patients and their families about procedures, findings, and follow‑up care as needed.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Flexibility & Support
Adapt to changing work assignments within the scope of practice and licensure.
Monitor and manage inventory of supplies related to cardiac sonography, including ordering and restocking as necessary.
Demonstrate initiative in continued learning and clinical development.
Support echo services offered at the main hospital campus and outreach locations.
Experience
Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and echocardiology interpretive parameters.
Preferred Experience
Any clinical experience within a fast‑paced hospital setting in cardiac diagnostics.
Experience with Holter monitors and event recorders is highly desirable.
Required Licensure & Education
Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Sonography or Echo School.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Current registration as a Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS or RCS) required upon hire.
Must maintain compliance with all state and facility regulations and maintain registration status for employment.
Preferred Education
Certification in Holter Monitoring and Event Recorder technology preferred.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred but not required.
Employee Health Requirements
Chemicals: Cydex
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: Rare
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Rare
Sensory Requirements
Speech: Required to communicate via telephone, facilitate meetings, presentations/training.
Vision: Needed to read memos and literature, CIS information, and assess patients and see the locations of patients and equipment.
Smell: Helpful for electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Needed for telephone communication, meetings, and listening to concerns and patient assessment information, blood pressure.
Touch: Necessary for writing, computer entry, filing, blood pressure measurements.
Activity / Lifting Requirements
Sit: 40%
Twist: 30%
Stand: 50%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 40%
Kneel: 0%
Lift: 5%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 1%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 3%
Reach above shoulders: 1%
Weight Lifting
Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 50 lbs: Never
Up to 75 lbs: Never
Up to 100 lbs: Never
Over 100 lbs: Never
Maximum Consecutive Time (minutes)
Sit: 45
Twist: 30
Stand: 60
Crawl: 0
Walk: 10
Kneel: 0
Lift: 2
Drive: 0
Squat: 2
Climb: 0
Bend: 2
Reach above shoulders: 5
Repetitive Use of Hands, Wrist, and Shoulders
Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight: 10 lbs often
Pushing & pulling: Normal weight 50 to 200 lbs
Fine Manipulation: Computer keyboard, calculator, and writing.
Environmental Factors
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours: 0
Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Very loud
Humidity: Normal Range
Special Hazards
Explosive‑O2 hook‑ups in department.
Protective clothing required: Universal precautions: gloves, goggles, and mask for handling equipment.
Pay Range
USD $40.90 - USD $54.20 /hr
Compensation
Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
Premium pay such as shift differential, on‑call.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Benefits
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability.
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational assistance program.
Incentivized Clinical Ladder promoting growth and professional development.
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Riverside Healthcare is seeking a skilled and dedicated Registered Cardiac Sonographer to join our dynamic regional Cardiac Diagnostic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing high-quality echocardiographic studies to assist physicians in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. This role requires a deep understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology, as well as the ability to use advanced imaging technology. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to patient care, attention to detail, and continuous learning in a fast‑paced healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
Perform high‑quality echocardiograms (transthoracic, transesophageal, stress, M-mode, 2D, Doppler, color flow).
Accurately obtain and record measurements and images of cardiac structures and function for adults and pediatric patients.
Perform stress echocardiography, contrast echocardiography procedures, and assist with transesophageal echocardiography as needed.
Analyze and interpret sonographic data.
Maintain and calibrate ultrasound equipment to ensure optimal performance.
Start IVs for imaging procedures.
Take call for emergency testing on evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Cardiac Monitoring & Testing
Apply Holter monitors and event recorders to patients, ensuring proper electrode placement.
Educate patients on the use and care of monitoring devices.
Maintain equipment, ensuring cleanliness, proper function, and timely replacement of components.
Patient Care
Provide compassionate care, ensuring patient comfort and safety during procedures.
Educate patients and their families about procedures, findings, and follow‑up care as needed.
Collaborate with the healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Flexibility & Support
Adapt to changing work assignments within the scope of practice and licensure.
Monitor and manage inventory of supplies related to cardiac sonography, including ordering and restocking as necessary.
Demonstrate initiative in continued learning and clinical development.
Support echo services offered at the main hospital campus and outreach locations.
Experience
Advanced knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and echocardiology interpretive parameters.
Preferred Experience
Any clinical experience within a fast‑paced hospital setting in cardiac diagnostics.
Experience with Holter monitors and event recorders is highly desirable.
Required Licensure & Education
Graduate of an accredited Cardiac Sonography or Echo School.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
Current registration as a Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS or RCS) required upon hire.
Must maintain compliance with all state and facility regulations and maintain registration status for employment.
Preferred Education
Certification in Holter Monitoring and Event Recorder technology preferred.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred but not required.
Employee Health Requirements
Chemicals: Cydex
Video Display Terminals: Average
Blood and Body Fluids: Rare
TB or Airborne Pathogens: Rare
Sensory Requirements
Speech: Required to communicate via telephone, facilitate meetings, presentations/training.
Vision: Needed to read memos and literature, CIS information, and assess patients and see the locations of patients and equipment.
Smell: Helpful for electrical/fire safety.
Hearing: Needed for telephone communication, meetings, and listening to concerns and patient assessment information, blood pressure.
Touch: Necessary for writing, computer entry, filing, blood pressure measurements.
Activity / Lifting Requirements
Sit: 40%
Twist: 30%
Stand: 50%
Crawl: 0%
Walk: 40%
Kneel: 0%
Lift: 5%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 1%
Climb: 0%
Bend: 3%
Reach above shoulders: 1%
Weight Lifting
Up to 10 lbs: Frequently
Up to 20 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 35 lbs: Occasionally
Up to 50 lbs: Never
Up to 75 lbs: Never
Up to 100 lbs: Never
Over 100 lbs: Never
Maximum Consecutive Time (minutes)
Sit: 45
Twist: 30
Stand: 60
Crawl: 0
Walk: 10
Kneel: 0
Lift: 2
Drive: 0
Squat: 2
Climb: 0
Bend: 2
Reach above shoulders: 5
Repetitive Use of Hands, Wrist, and Shoulders
Simple grasp up to 10 lbs. Normal weight: 10 lbs often
Pushing & pulling: Normal weight 50 to 200 lbs
Fine Manipulation: Computer keyboard, calculator, and writing.
Environmental Factors
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours: 0
Temperature: Normal Range
Lighting: Average
Noise levels: Very loud
Humidity: Normal Range
Special Hazards
Explosive‑O2 hook‑ups in department.
Protective clothing required: Universal precautions: gloves, goggles, and mask for handling equipment.
Pay Range
USD $40.90 - USD $54.20 /hr
Compensation
Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training.
Premium pay such as shift differential, on‑call.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
Benefits
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑ and long‑term disability.
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
Educational assistance program.
Incentivized Clinical Ladder promoting growth and professional development.
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