Cardiovascular Sonographer / Cardiovascular Lab

4h4 hours ago

Catawba Valley Health System

Hickory, US · Part-time · $60,000 – $85,000

About this role

Performs a variety of imaging procedures under the clinical direction of a Radiologist, Cardiologist or Surgeon. This role supports cardiovascular lab and ultrasound functions at Catawba Valley Health System. No previous experience required, with training provided for proficiency.

Daily tasks include conducting cardiovascular sonography and lab imaging using specialized equipment. Incumbents gain on-the-job experience to master all position aspects within three months. Works closely with skilled medical staff in a high-technical care environment.

Joins a team at the region’s largest not-for-profit community hospital with 258 beds serving the Hickory area. Collaborates with medical specialists using state-of-the-art technology for seamless care. Contributes to comprehensive services across specialties like cancer care and neonatal intensive care.

Supports the mission of exceptional healthcare every person every time. Operates in an accredited comprehensive community cancer center and Women’s Choice Award winner. Ensures accessible high-quality care close to home for the community.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic technology program or Computed Tomography/Magnetic Resonance technology program or Nuclear Medicine technology program or Sonography technology program
Current ARRT, ARRT(N), ARRT(MR), ARRT(CT), or ARDMS, or CNMT registration
BCLS certification; AHA certification required within one month if not already held
No previous experience required
Nuclear Medicine technologist registered in PET or Cardiac
CVL/US technologist holding 3 or more registries
CT/MR technologist competent and performing both modalities

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of imaging procedures under the clinical direction of a Radiologist, Cardiologist or Surgeon
Conduct cardiovascular ultrasound studies including echocardiography and vascular imaging
Assist in cardiovascular lab procedures such as stress testing and Doppler assessments
Operate sonography equipment proficiently after training
Maintain imaging standards in compliance with clinical protocols
Support seamless care coordination between providers and hospital specialists

Benefits

Region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
Women’s Choice Award winner for America’s Best 100 Hospitals for Patient Experience for six consecutive years
American College of Surgeons Accredited Comprehensive Community Cancer Center
Access to state-of-the-art technology from medical experts
Part of vast healthcare network for seamless provider communication