MUST HAVE: • Associates Degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer by ARDMS preferred • Registered Cardiovascular Technologist by the National Board of Cardiovascular Technology preferred JOB DESCRIPTION: • Performs a variety of cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures as assigned. • Carries out assigned duties and responsibilities according to policies and procedures as directed by the Director for Cardiopulmonary Services. • Reviews existing clinical data, collects additional data and recommends obtaining additional pertinent data. Evaluates all data to determine appropriateness and medical necessity of the test ordered. • Selects, assembles and checks the equipment necessary to perform diagnostic test • Initiates, conducts and modifies the prescribed diagnostic procedure • Maintains patient records and communicates relevant information to members of the health care team • Continue with self-development and assists Director with orientation and continuing education of trainees, medical staff, and other hospital employees. • Promotes age appropriate care to all patients MIN EDUCATION • Associates degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Bachelor of Science Required • Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required SKILLS Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. CERTIFICATIONS Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days LICENSES: • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonographers (ARDMS) or Registered Cardiovascular Technologist by the National Board of Cardiovascular Technology; preferred • Advanced knowledge of neurology and cardiovascular physiology and other sciences related to neurological and cardiopulmonary diagnostics and be able to demonstrate these to others MIN WORK EXPERIENCE: At least one year experience performing echocardiographic or vascular studies.