Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer III

musc· C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)
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Job Description Summary

The Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer III reports to the Pediatric Interventional Cardiac and Imaging Manager. Under indirect supervision, the Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer III provides high quality echocardiograms for interpretation and diagnosis by a Pediatric Cardiologist in a professional manner that is consistent with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.  This role requires independent and efficient performance of clinical Pediatric Echo operations in the hospital and procedural setting, entering full preliminary reports. This role organizes and prioritizes patient exams and contributes to unit teamwork.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC000409 CHS - ECHO - Pediatric (SJCH)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-30

Scheduled Weekly Hours

8

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Description

Secondary employment for coverage in AFCC with a maximum of 2 shifts/month.

Will be required to maintain Sonographer III classification with revalidation each year of approved project by committee.

Operates ultrasonic equipment to produce images of the body's organs and tissues for diagnostic purposes. Performs sonographic examinations to locate, evaluate and record critical functional, pathological, and anatomical data.

Additional Job Description

Education: Graduation from a school of Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Work Experience 2-4 years. Certification by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS). Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Physical Requirements 

  • Mobility & Posture 

  • Standing: Continuous 

  • Sitting: Continuous 

  • Walking: Continuous 

  • Climbing stairs: Infrequent 

  • Working indoors: Continuous 

  • Working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent 

  • Working from elevated areas: Frequent 

  • Working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent 

  • Kneeling: Infrequent 

  • Bending at the waist: Continuous 

  • Twisting at the waist: Frequent 

  • Squatting: Frequent 

  • Manual Dexterity & Strength 

  • Pinching operations: Frequent 

  • Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous 

  • Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous 

  • Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous 

  • Reaching overhead: Frequent 

  • Reaching in all directions: Continuous 

  • Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous 

  • Full use of both legs: Continuous 

  • Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent 

  • Lifting & Force Requirements 

  • Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent 

  • Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent 

  • Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent 

  • Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent  

  • Examples: 

  • Transfer 100 lb. non-ambulatory patient = 50 lbs. force 

  • Push 400 lb. patient in wheelchair on carpet = 20 lbs. force 

  • Push patient stretcher one-handed = 25 lbs. force 

  • Vision & Sensory 

  • Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous 

  • Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous 

  • Color discrimination: Continuous 

  • Depth perception: Continuous 

  • Peripheral vision: Continuous 

  • Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous 

  • Tactile sensory function: Continuous 

  • Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous 

  • Selected Positions: 

  • Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous 

  • Respirator use qualification: Continuous 

  • Work Environment & Conditions 

  • Effective stress management: Continuous 

  • Rotating shifts: Frequent 

  • Overtime as required: Frequent 

  • Latex-safe environment: Continuous 

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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Is the Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer III role at musc full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Part time position. It is posted as a Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer III role in the C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) department at musc.
Which team or department does the Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer III at musc belong to?
This Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer III position is part of the C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) department at musc. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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This Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer III position at musc was posted on Aug 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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