Pediatric Echocardiographer

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Summary:

Performs complex diagnostic ultrasound procedures under the supervision of a qualified physician for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Ultrasound procedures include: Transthoracic echocardiography ultrasound on neonatal, pediatric and adult patients. Transesophageal echocardiography ultrasound on neonatal, pediatric and adult patients. These responsibilities will take place in various locations and different settings that include inpatient, outpatient, and outreach clinic settings. On call responsibilities will take place nights, weekends and holidays.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8 hours days, varying start times 7:30-4, 8:00 am-4:30 pm or 8:30-5:00 pm.

Education & Experience:

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a cardiac ultrasound program, preferred.

• Experienced as an echocardiographer, preferred.

• 1 year of pediatric experience, preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

• Credentialed as a Registered Sonographer (RDC) or Registered Congenital Cardiac Sonographer (RCSC) with Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI), must be obtained within 2 years of hire date
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• Certified as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS), preferred.

• BLS Certified

**This is a mobile position with travel 3-5 times per month. **

About Us:

Cook Children's Medical Center is the cornerstone of Cook Children's, and offers advanced technologies, research and treatments, surgery, rehabilitation and ancillary services all designed to meet children's needs.

Cook Children's is an EOE/AA, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.