Echocardiographer

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Echocardiographer

Department: Cardiology

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Cardiac Diagnostic Technician performs direct patient cardiac diagnostic testing procedures with a high degree of accuracy and skill. Responsibilities include echocardiograms, electrocardiograms (EKGs), Holter monitoring, and cardiac stress testing. The technician ensures care is delivered in a timely, dependable manner in accordance with current standards, hospital policies, and patient age-specific needs. Acts as a clinical resource to physicians, nursing staff, and other hospital personnel.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Perform a variety of echocardiogram studies including Transthoracic 2-D, M-Mode, Color-flow Doppler, Transesophageal, Exercise Stress, and Pharmacologic Stress Echocardiography.

2. Conduct additional cardiac diagnostics such as EKGs, Holter monitor preparation and analysis, and cardiac stress tests.

3. Operate diagnostic equipment including echocardiographs, stress systems, Holter monitors, and associated software to ensure quality imaging and accurate results.

4. Access and utilize hospital information systems for scheduling, order processing, and correct billing/coding of services rendered.

5. Follow infection control protocols and demonstrate knowledge of aseptic techniques and disinfection procedures.

6. Provide clinical training and preceptorship for students from affiliated educational institutions.

7. Deliver age-specific diagnostic care, particularly for neonatal and pediatric populations, in alignment with established procedures.

8. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the job.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED

• Certification:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required

  • Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) – Required

EXPERIENCE:

• Required: Successful completion of a certification program in echocardiography and/or at least two years of hands-on experience in echocardiographic imaging.

• Preferred: Extensive hospital-based experience in echocardiography, particularly in neonatal and pediatric imaging.

PREFERRED EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS:

• Education: Completion of a Certificate Program in Cardiovascular Sonography

LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch.

Company Description

LanceSoft is rated as one of the largest staffing firms in the US by SIA. Our mission is to establish global cross-culture human connections that further the careers of our employees and strengthen the businesses of our clients. We are driven to use the power of our global network to connect businesses with the right people, and people with the right businesses without bias. We provide Global Workforce Solutions with a human touch.