Cardiac Sonographer - Staff

Back Cardiac Sonographer - Staff CaroMont Health Gastonia, NC Mar 18, 2026

Medical Imaging Job Description Job Summary :

Obtains appropriate echocardiographic images according to the Medical and Technical Directors and industry standards, including M-Mode, 2D, Doppler, Color flow Doppler, Strain, Transesophageal Echo, echo enhancement, and bubble studies. Covers on-call responsibilities and weekend rotations as defined by clinical location.

Core Competencies:

The Cardiac Sonographer Staff will display and maintain competencies to perform all core competencies as defined by clinical location for the Echocardiography Lab, which may include transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), Strain, ultrasound enhancing agents (UEA), bubble studies, routine transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE per protocol), and TEE cardioversion.

Qualifications:

HS Diploma or GED with RDCS or RCS required- or - Completion of a formal training program and must obtain

RDCS/RCS

within 1 year of employment . Completion of an approved adult echocardiography training program is preferred. Considerable knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Considerable knowledge of appropriate equipment operations, applications, and scanning techniques resulting in optimized diagnostic data. Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills, accepts constructive feedback, and proactively asks for peer assistance when applicable. Demonstrates effective communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. Ability to deal tactfully with patients, physicians, and other hospital staff. Must be able to problem solve, prioritize, handle emergencies, and efficiently produce quality echocardiograms. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skills validation and competency testing. BLS required. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability Email me jobs like this About CaroMont Health How we care makes the difference. CaroMont Health is a nationally recognized leader and trusted partner in creating a healthy community. We've earned that trust by combining innovative medical breakthroughs with a level of care so extraordinary it has come to define us. Our independent healthcare system includes specialists, primary care offices, urgent care locations, emergency departments and an acute-care hospital conveniently located throughout the region. From our top doctors to our advanced technology, CaroMont Health has been recognized with numerous awards, including being named one of Thomson Reuters' Top 100 Hospitals. Company Profile