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Position Summary(Basic Job Function)

This is a temporary or an on-call position. Provides technical support. Responsibilities may include computer programming or operations; research support; medical patient care; technical equipment maintenance, repair, fabrication or operation; or other technical support functions.

Unit Position Summary

Cardiac sonographers, also known as echocardiographers, are medical professionals who use ultrasound technology to create images of the heart and blood vessels for diagnostic purposes. They operate ultrasound equipment, anlayze images, and collaborate with cardiologists to help diagnose and treat heart conditions.

The On-Call Cardiac Sonographer duties include, but are not limited to: Performing echocardiogram tests to obtain important data about patients; looking at blood flow, valve function, and chamber size to determine the overall condition of the heart; assisting physicians in the diagnosis of patients with heart conditions; accurately recording patient data and test results; helping with administrative duties such as scheduling appointments or cleaning equipment. 

Desired Qualifications

Highly experienced Cardiac Sonographer with a proven track record of providing accurate and reliable diagnostic imaging services to patients in a variety of medical settings.  Proven ability to work collaboratively with other medical professionals to ensure the highest quality of care. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume

Cover Letter

(3) Professional References

Americal Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (RDMS):

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification, or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI): registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) certification

Special Instructions

Applications will be reviewed as needed.

Work Hours

ON-CALL

Website

www.healthcare.msu.edu

Summary of Health Risks

Exposure to human blood, serum, tissue and other bodily fluids; materials covered under Universal Precautions; TB risk or working within 3 feet of patients in a health care setting; Covid precautions.