Echo Technologist - Echocardiography

Job Summary

Independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, performs Echocardiography and/or vascular ultrasound/sonography procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in ultrasound/sonography, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum sonographic imaging, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority.

Job Requirements

Education

Required: Graduate or graduation eligible (successful completion of all didactic courses and clinical competencies – not able to walk until next graduation date) of an approved school of medical sonography. Experience may be substituted for applicants that have not successfully completed a formal education program in medical sonography (see “Experience”).

Experience

Required: One year dedicated ultrasound experience OR No experience required with fulfillment of education requirement

Preferred: Two years dedicated sonography imaging experience

Skills

Strong analytical/problem solving skills.

Knowledge of current diagnostic technical information.

Proficient in using computers and computer systems.

Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Required: (PE)(RDCS) or (PE)(RDMS) or (AE)(RDCS) or (AE)(RDMS) or (RCS)(CCI) or ARDMS (AB), (OB/GY) or RVT before start date.

Required: Must obtain BLS within 90 days of hire date

Preferred: Echo registry within 1 year of graduation from cardiac ultrasound program or within 2 years of cross training start date