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Cardiac Sonographer jobs are open across hospitals, outpatient clinics, cardiology practices, and diagnostic imaging centers, at every level from new-grad to lead and supervisor, with specializations in echocardiography, stress testing, and vascular imaging. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
Performs high-quality pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms following outlined pediatric echo protocols; the sonographer will be responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, performing all exams and discussing a summary of findings to the physician; also performs related cardiology non-invasive diagnostic cardiology testing; assists in the mentoring and training of faculty, fellows, staff sonographers, and students; participates in continuing medical education programs; assists in Heart Station continuous quality improvement (CQI) process as outlined in the Heart Station Quality Assurance Protocol.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms in accordance with department standards.
- Perform and analyze Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiograms; requiring an extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the pediatric and adult congenital patient population.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the performance of all procedures and competency as outlined in the pediatric sonographer position guidelines. Perform these complex diagnostic exams and discusses findings with the pediatric cardiologist.
- Demonstrate the ability to utilize the computer programs and databases in regards to work flow in accordance with department standards.
Perform non-invasive testing.
- EKGs.
- Holter Monitor and Cardiac Event Monitor testing.
- Stress Echo.
Work with and assist physicians with special procedures.
- Trans esophageal Echocardiograms; in-patient, ambulatory procedure center, operating rooms.
- Provide echocardiographic guidance during, Heart Biopsies, Pericardial Centesis, atrial septostomy and trans-catheter device placement.
- Sedated Echocardiograms.
- Dobutamine Stress Echocardiograms.
Participate in continuing education programs.
- Attend weekly lectures related to Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiography or Pediatric Cardiology.
- Coordinate and/or assist with presentations of technologic updates or conference summaries.
- Maintain credentials with ARDMS or CCI by fulfilling the required accredited continuing medical education activities.
- Maintain certification and can deliver basic cardiac life support (BCLS).
Training and mentoring.
- Participate with training, mentoring and orientation duties for new faculty, fellows, staff sonographers and students.
- Training programs will be approved by the Heart Station Medical Director and Heart Diagnostic Services Manager and be in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography Committee on Education and Training and IAC.
Heart Station CQI; continuous quality improvement process.
- Assist in maintaining equipment, document necessary repairs in the Heart Station Equipment Log, and report to the Heart Diagnostic Services Manager.
- Participate in Quality Assurance process for Intersocietal Accreditation Commission.
Service excellence responsibilities.
- Treat patients and families with care, respect and professionalism.
- Take action to continuously improve service.
- Respond consistently to the needs of referring physicians and other health care professionals who are participating in the patient’s care.
- Create a positive work environment by treating all co-workers, students and physicians with dignity and respect.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or a table
Equipment
- Office equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.
- Adult Echocardiography (AE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
- Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
- Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements). Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree - Healthcare
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
Echocardiography (5 Years)
Skills:
Cardiac Anatomy, Cardiology, Computer Literacy, Echocardiography, Hemodynamic, Pathophysiology, Patient Care, Professional Etiquette, Relationship Management, Working Independently
Grade
C14-H
Salary Range
$37.34 - $57.88 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.
Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
Performs high-quality pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms following outlined pediatric echo protocols; the sonographer will be responsible for the independent operation of sonographic equipment, performing all exams and discussing a summary of findings to the physician; also performs related cardiology non-invasive diagnostic cardiology testing; assists in the mentoring and training of faculty, fellows, staff sonographers, and students; participates in continuing medical education programs; assists in Heart Station continuous quality improvement (CQI) process as outlined in the Heart Station Quality Assurance Protocol.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform pediatric and adult congenital echocardiograms in accordance with department standards.
- Perform and analyze Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiograms; requiring an extensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology to ascertain diagnosis of complex congenital heart disease in the pediatric and adult congenital patient population.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the performance of all procedures and competency as outlined in the pediatric sonographer position guidelines. Perform these complex diagnostic exams and discusses findings with the pediatric cardiologist.
- Demonstrate the ability to utilize the computer programs and databases in regards to work flow in accordance with department standards.
Perform non-invasive testing.
- EKGs.
- Holter Monitor and Cardiac Event Monitor testing.
- Stress Echo.
Work with and assist physicians with special procedures.
- Trans esophageal Echocardiograms; in-patient, ambulatory procedure center, operating rooms.
- Provide echocardiographic guidance during, Heart Biopsies, Pericardial Centesis, atrial septostomy and trans-catheter device placement.
- Sedated Echocardiograms.
- Dobutamine Stress Echocardiograms.
Participate in continuing education programs.
- Attend weekly lectures related to Pediatric and Adult Congenital Echocardiography or Pediatric Cardiology.
- Coordinate and/or assist with presentations of technologic updates or conference summaries.
- Maintain credentials with ARDMS or CCI by fulfilling the required accredited continuing medical education activities.
- Maintain certification and can deliver basic cardiac life support (BCLS).
Training and mentoring.
- Participate with training, mentoring and orientation duties for new faculty, fellows, staff sonographers and students.
- Training programs will be approved by the Heart Station Medical Director and Heart Diagnostic Services Manager and be in accordance with the American Society of Echocardiography Committee on Education and Training and IAC.
Heart Station CQI; continuous quality improvement process.
- Assist in maintaining equipment, document necessary repairs in the Heart Station Equipment Log, and report to the Heart Diagnostic Services Manager.
- Participate in Quality Assurance process for Intersocietal Accreditation Commission.
Service excellence responsibilities.
- Treat patients and families with care, respect and professionalism.
- Take action to continuously improve service.
- Respond consistently to the needs of referring physicians and other health care professionals who are participating in the patient’s care.
- Create a positive work environment by treating all co-workers, students and physicians with dignity and respect.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Normal office environment
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at a desk or a table
Equipment
- Office equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.
- Adult Echocardiography (AE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (ACS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
- Basic Life Support - American Heart Association
- Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
- Pediatric Echocardiography (PE) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
- Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver's License:
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
- Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements). Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree - Healthcare
Certifications /Professional Licenses:
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience:
Echocardiography (5 Years)
Skills:
Cardiac Anatomy, Cardiology, Computer Literacy, Echocardiography, Hemodynamic, Pathophysiology, Patient Care, Professional Etiquette, Relationship Management, Working Independently
Grade
C14-H
Salary Range
$37.34 - $57.88 / Hourly
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
- Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
- Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
- Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
- WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
- Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
- We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
- WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.
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Who's Hiring
- American Traveler36
- Advocate Aurora Health25
- Piedmont Healthcare21
- Hawthorne Health14
- Heartbeat Health12
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services35
- Education3
- Insurance1
- Consulting & Professional Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in cardiac sonographer jobs.
- ARDMS RDCS or CCI RCS certification in adult echocardiography
- Proficiency performing transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms independently
- Associate degree or higher in cardiovascular technology or diagnostic medical sonography
- Experience with stress echocardiography and dobutamine stress protocols
- Ability to operate and optimize GE, Philips, or Siemens ultrasound equipment
- Basic Life Support certification maintained throughout employment
Tips for Your Cardiac Sonographer Job Search
List every credential you hold
Employers filter hard on certifications like RDCS and RCS, so list each one with its full credential name, issuing body, and expiration date. Burying credentials in a summary paragraph means applicant tracking systems may skip them entirely.
Tailor your echo modalities to each posting
Job postings vary widely between adult transthoracic, transesophageal, and pediatric echo. Read each posting carefully and move the modalities you actually perform to the top of your skills section so the match is obvious at a glance.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists cardiac sonographer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Quantify your scan volume and turnaround
Hiring managers want to know your daily case load and how quickly you produce preliminary findings. Phrases like 'performed high-volume echo studies in a Level II cardiac center' give concrete context that generic summaries never provide.
Research the echo platform before your interview
Most cardiac departments use GE Vivid, Philips EPIQ, or Siemens ACUSON. Find out which system the facility runs before your interview, then speak specifically to your experience on that platform or your ability to cross-train quickly.
Negotiate your on-call obligation, not just base pay
Many cardiac sonographer roles carry on-call or callback requirements that significantly affect your schedule. During negotiation, ask about call frequency, turnaround time between shifts, and callback pay rates before accepting any offer.
Cardiac Sonographer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most cardiac sonographers?
American Traveler, Advocate Aurora Health, and Piedmont Healthcare are hiring the most cardiac sonographers right now, with openings concentrated in Florida, Georgia, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health system consolidation has increased multi-site openings, so many of these employers are hiring across several facilities at once.
How many cardiac sonographer jobs are remote?
About 5% of cardiac sonographer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most imaging work. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote arrangements include quality assurance review, image interpretation support, and tele-echo reading positions at larger health networks.
How do you become a cardiac sonographer?
You complete an accredited cardiovascular technology or diagnostic medical sonography program, which typically combines classroom instruction with supervised clinical rotations in echo labs. After graduating, you sit for a credentialing exam through ARDMS or CCI to earn your RDCS or RCS designation. Most employers require that credential before your first day, so scheduling your exam promptly after graduation keeps your application competitive.
How do you get hired as a cardiac sonographer with little experience?
Focus on roles posted as 'new grad' or 'cardiac sonographer I,' which are specifically designed for candidates coming out of accredited programs. Highlight your clinical rotation hours, the echo modalities you scanned during training, and any cases where you performed studies independently under supervision. Smaller community hospitals and outpatient cardiology practices often have more flexibility to onboard and develop early-career sonographers than large academic centers.
What does the cardiac sonographer interview process look like?
Most employers start with a phone or video screen focused on your credentials, modality experience, and availability for call. A hands-on skills assessment or scanning practical follows at many facilities, where you perform a standard transthoracic echo on a volunteer or staff member so the team can evaluate image acquisition and optimization. A final in-person interview with the echo lab director or cardiology chief typically closes the process before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to cardiac sonographer jobs?
You can find and apply to cardiac sonographer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your credentials, preferred setting, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your experience.
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