NI-Sonographer, Cardiac

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

8/29/2025

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-3040AC

Job Title:

NI-Sonographer, Cardiac

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Performs echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms, stress echocardiograms (exercise & dobutamine), pediatric echocardiograms, and all other tests as necessary. Able to administer contrast for echocardiogram.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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Performs complete diagnostic echocardiograms, assists physicians in Transesophageal echocardiograms, intra-cardiac echocardiograms and stress echocardiograms. Assesses recordings for quality and provides clinical input to the reading cardiologist.

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Recognizes abnormal EKG patterns and alerts physicians and appropriate staff as needed.

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Clearly and accurately records patient information into appropriate records, maintaining confidentiality at all times. Utilizes computer to retrieve patient testing and other appropriate data and information.

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Monitors patient during tests and performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts.

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Maintains equipment and supplies in good working order and notifies supervisor/manager of necessary repairs.

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Performs basic life support or other emergency procedures in the event of a cardiopulmonary arrest.

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Performs and maintains competency in cleaning and high-level disinfection (HLD) of TEE probes.

ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

X

Clinical

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Graduate of an accredited sonographer training program.

Preferred

Must provide copy of HS diploma or equivalent, or highest level of completed degree obtained.

Required

Previous cardiac sonography experience.

Preferred

Must obtain registration as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer through either the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) within two years of hire date."

Required

BLS.

Required

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Familiarity with anatomy of the heart, hemodynamics of the arterial blood flow, color flow physiology, Doppler principles and congenital defects of the heart in adults and children.

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Knowledge of cardiac rhythms.

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Good interpersonal, verbal, written, organizational and critical decision-making skills.

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Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill validation tools.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

X

15 - 30 lbs.

X

30 - 50 lbs.

X

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Other - rotates call coverage

X

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.