Overview
The Cardiovascular Sonographer at WakeMed Heart & Vascular plays an important role in providing high-quality cardiovascular imaging and an exceptional experience for our patients. In this highly visible practice, you'll perform a variety of echocardiographic and vascular studies, using your clinical expertise and ultrasound technology to capture accurate, quality images and assist with preliminary reporting. This role is a great fit for an experienced sonographer who is confident working independently, adapts well to change, and enjoys collaborating with a team focused on delivering excellent patient care.
What You'll Do
- Perform a variety of cardiovascular ultrasound studies, including:
- Echocardiograms
- Stress echocardiograms
- Arterial Doppler studies
- Abdominal aorta Doppler studies
- Venous Doppler studies
- Venous insufficiency studies
- Additional cardiovascular and vascular studies as needed
- Use ultrasound equipment to visualize and record high-quality images of cardiovascular anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
- Complete preliminary reports accurately and efficiently for provider review.
- Work independently while maintaining strong communication and collaboration with providers and team members.
- Recognize challenges, take initiative, and proactively identify solutions to support an efficient practice.
- Adapt to changing patient volumes, priorities, workflows, and the evolving needs of the practice.
- Maintain a strong focus on patient comfort, safety, and satisfaction throughout each interaction.
- Follow established clinical guidelines, departmental policies, procedures, and quality standards.
Who We're Looking For
- An experienced Cardiovascular Sonographer with proficiency in both echocardiographic and vascular studies.
- Someone comfortable independently performing studies and completing preliminary reports.
- A confident, adaptable professional who can work successfully in a busy, highly visible cardiology practice.
- A proactive problem solver who takes initiative rather than waiting to be asked.
- A dependable and accountable team member who follows through on commitments.
- Someone who enjoys working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment and communicates well with providers, colleagues, and patients.
- A sonographer who places patient care, safety, and satisfaction at the center of their work.
- Previous hospital experience is preferred but not required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
The WakeWay to Excellence
- We put patients and families at the center of everything we do.
- We foster a culture of teamwork, respect, and collaboration to achieve the best outcomes.
- We embrace accountability, quality, and continuous improvement in our work.
- We support professional growth and encourage lifelong learning and development.
- We are committed to delivering compassionate care while advancing the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
Department Description
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org.
EOE
Licensure
Registered Vascular Technologist And Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Required - Or Registered Vascular Specialist And Registered Cardiac Sonographer Required
Education
Graduate Cardiac Ultrasound And Graduate Peripheral Vascular Ultrasound Required Associate's Degree Cardiovascular Sonography Preferred
Experience
1 Year Clinical - Ultrasound Required