Senior Cardiac Sonographer, Full-Time
St. Louis, MO - USA
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
The Senior Cardiac Sonographer performs a variety of diagnostic and interventional procedures assisting in diagnosing and monitoring a wide range of medical conditions. Responsibilities include serving as a lead when direct leadership is unavailable serving as a resource and assisting in training. The Senior Sonographer requires proficiency and thorough understanding of operating imaging equipment and procedures while ensuring patient safety and maintaining imaging standards. Effective communication with patients and healthcare professionals is essential for providing optimal care.Position Details:
Sign-On-Bonus incentive included up to $10000
Mercy St. Louis- Heart & Vascular
625 S New Ballas Rd
Saint Louis MO 63141
Eligible for inpatient differential!
Shift: Days Holidays Varies/Rotating Weekends
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of a school of Sonography and completed required clinical hours OR received on the job training by a Preceptor who is registered in Cardiac ultrasound.
Experience: Two (2) years of relevant experience.
Licensure: State licensure may be required depending on the specific state of practice.
Certification: ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI(RCS); Basic Life Support (BLS)
Preferred Qualifications:
Preferred Skills Knowledge and Abilities:
- Ability to lead and motivate a team and assist in training.
- Knowledge in producing diagnostic images proficiently with the ability to recognize technical abnormalities.
- Strong decision-making and conflict resolution skills.
- Thorough understanding of protocols and ability to make adjustments as needed.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow complex instructions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced collaborative environment.
- Flexibility to handle multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.
- Proficiency in operating imaging equipment.
- Knowledge of quality assurance protocols and accreditation standards.
- Knowledge of a variety of advanced procedures
Physical Requirements:
Position requires the ability to push pull and/or lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift.
Position requires the ability to grip reach bend kneel twist and squat to perform duties.
We Offer Great Benefits
From day one youll enjoy comprehensive health vision and dental coverage plus paid time off (PTO) tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds. These are just a few of the great benefits available to eligible co-workers including those working 32 hours or more per pay period.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand here. A positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy align perfectly with our mission and vision. Were collaborative and never afraid to go the extra mile to deliver excellent carethats part of our commitment. If that sounds like you we encourage you to apply!
Loan Repayment Assistance Program up to $20000 Lifetime: The Imaging Loan Repayment Assistance Program provides financial support to our Mercy Imaging co-workers in a 24X7 hospital based eligible position who are in a .4 FTE and above working 32 hours or more per pay period. The program offers monthly payments made directly to the loan servicer up to the amount of $370 per month and up to $20000 for a lifetime maximum.
Why Mercy
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.