Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech I

Atlantic Health System•Hackettstown, NJ

About The Position

Performs high-quality echocardiographic exams using IAC-accredited protocols, including saline and contrast studies. Ensures patient safety, comfort, and education throughout procedures, and collaborates with physicians and team members to support diagnostic accuracy and continuous quality improvement. The role performs comprehensive transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) in accordance with IAC standards; verifies patient identity; explains procedures; documents and reports findings promptly; and maintains equipment and exam rooms according to infection-control standards. It also participates in lab quality assurance and performance-improvement initiatives, attends required meetings, in-services, and training sessions, and may perform EKGs, stress and nuclear stress testing, EEG, and other delegated duties with training and support. The position requires compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and continuing-education requirements. The technician is expected to demonstrate teamwork, accountability, diligence, a positive attitude, patient-centered care, and commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography or Cardiovascular Technology program.
0–2 years of echocardiography experience; new graduates with clinical training may be considered.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Basic computer proficiency and comfort with digital imaging systems.
Attention to detail and commitment to patient-centered care.
Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and protocols.
Ability to lift and position patients and equipment as needed.
Flexibility to work varied shifts, including weekends or holidays, if required.
Maintain compliance with hospital policies, safety standards, and continuing-education requirements.
Diligence, consistency, a positive attitude, and willingness to identify patient-safety issues and engage in professional growth.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a hospital or outpatient cardiology setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) according to IAC standards and protocols, including saline and contrast studies.
Verify patient identity, explain procedures, and support patient safety, comfort, and education throughout examinations.
Accurately document and report findings in a timely manner.
Communicate effectively with physicians, patients, and team members to support diagnostic accuracy.
Maintain equipment and exam rooms in accordance with infection-control standards.
Participate in laboratory quality-assurance and performance-improvement initiatives.
Attend required meetings, in-services, and training sessions.
Perform EKGs, stress and nuclear stress testing, EEG, and other delegated duties with training and support.
Comply with hospital policies, safety standards, continuing-education requirements, and IAC protocols.
Identify patient-safety issues and contribute to teamwork, accountability, and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage for eligible team members working 22.5 hours per week or above.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability, with options to supplement.
403(b) retirement plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
PTO and paid sick leave.
Tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, and academic advising.
Parental, adoption, and surrogacy leave.
Backup and on-site childcare.
Well-being rewards.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Fertility benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
Flexible spending and commuter accounts.
Pet, home and auto, identity theft, and legal insurance.