Nevada System of Higher Education·Highland Park, Illinois
The Cardiac Sonographer will perform echocardiograms and assist with patient care. This role requires the ability to lift and position patients as needed.
$33.35 - $51.69 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
This application is an evergreen opportunity, which means by applying once, you’ll be considered for current and future Cardiac Sonographer openings across our system.
Education: Associate's degree in Echocardiography, plus completion of 320 internship hours or 1 year of echo training required
Certification: Completion of RDCS certification (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) (for new grads, must obtain within 2 years of start date), CPR certification required upon hire.
Unique or
Preferred
Skills: Ability to frequently lift, move, pull and position required. Must be able to assist with occasional heavy lifting of 100+ pounds.
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Candidates must have an associate's degree in Echocardiography and complete 320 internship hours or one year of echo training. Certification in RDCS or RCS is required, along with CPR certification upon hire.
Market context
Illinois employers commonly seek cardiac sonographers in hospitals, outpatient cardiology practices, and diagnostic imaging settings, where demand is tied to ongoing cardiac testing needs. These roles are competitive because employers often want accredited training, BLS certification, and timely progress toward RCS registration through ARDMS or CCI. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm whether your credential timeline matches the employer’s expectations before applying.
