Where You’ll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC)

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Cardiac Sonographer, you will be a pivotal member of our cardiac team, performing crucial diagnostic testing to accurately diagnose and guide the treatment of patients with a wide range of cardiovascular conditions.Every day, you will apply your independent judgment and advanced technical skills to perform state-of-the-art imaging procedures for patients presenting with conditions such as heart failure, heart rhythm disorders, and acute myocardial infarction, supporting decisions from minimally invasive interventions to major structural repairs.To be successful in this role, you must possess a solid understanding of echocardiography imaging equipment, master proper patient positioning techniques, and expertly produce and analyze high-quality cardiac ultrasound images. Above all, you will continuously strive to deliver an exceptional and positive experience to our patients and their caregivers

Verifies orders entered into Cerner by ordering Physician for the examination.
Attains B/P, Height and Weight and billable diagnosis to complete the exam from Cerner.
When patient enters room Sonographer will ask patient for date of birth and first and last name and if patient has a Cardiologist and enters all pertinent information in the ultrasound machine.
Sonographer will explain the echocardiogram to the patient or patient's family.
Perform the Echocardiogram following ICAEL standards and Protocol. Sonographer will send the attained images into the PACs system.
Sonographer will then complete a preliminary report for the reading Cardiologist.

Job Requirements

Required

Registered Cardiac Electr or
Registered Cardiac Sonographer CCI or
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echo or
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or
Registered Technologist Vascular Sonography or
Registered Vascular Technologist or
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Fetal Echo or
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Pediatric Echo or
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Fetal Echo
All within 12 months

Preferred

High School Graduate General Studies and 1-3 years One (1) year experience as an echocardiography sonographer
High School GED General Studies and 1-3 years One (1) year experience as an echocardiography sonographer
or higher level degree and completion of an echocardiography program

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