Radiology - Echo / Cardiac Sonographer

Registered Echo Technologist

The Registered Echo Technologist performs and assists with cardiovascular procedures ordered by physicians to assist in the diagnosis of patients. The role includes carrying out department policies and procedures to ensure a high standard of quality of care, while also engaging positively with patients, families, and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures to locate, evaluate, and record anatomical, pathological, and functional data for diagnosis.
• Conducts stress echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiography, 2-D echo with M-mode, color flow, and cardiac Doppler.
• Records procedure data in patient charts and informs physicians of critical test results.
• Maintains and disinfects cardiology equipment.
• Handles clerical duties, supply inventory, and patient transport as needed.
• Participates in monthly cardiovascular meetings and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.
• Supervises and instructs students and precepts new employees.
• Implements patient care standards, ensuring patient rights and privacy are maintained per HIPAA guidelines.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Vascular/Echocardiography from an accredited institution or relevant on-the-job training.
• Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) or ARDMS registered cardiac sonographer, or registry-eligible.
• CPR certification required.
• One to two years of preferred experience as an echocardiography technician.

Schedule

This position operates on a day shift.

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley 2022, 2023
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• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!