Echo Tech (Cardiac Sonographer)

Good Shepherd Health Care • Hermiston, OR

36d • $44 - $74 • Onsite

About The Position

The Echo Tech is responsible for performing high-quality diagnostic echocardiographic procedures under the direction of a Cardiologist. This role involves the use of ultrasound equipment to assess cardiac structures and function providing essential information for the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with a focus in Cardiac Sonography.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI. BLS certification.
• 1 year of experience as a Echo Tech.

Nice To Haves

• 3 years of experience as a Echo Tech.
• Experience with a range of echocardiographic techniques, including Stress and TEE (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform transthoracic (TTE), transesophageal (TEE), and stress echocardiograms as ordered per protocol, American Society of Echocardiography (ASE) guidelines, and physician orders.
• Operate ultrasound and diagnostic imaging equipment to acquire high-quality cardiac images utilizing contrast agents such as Definity and agitated bubble techniques when appropriate.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles with the ability to recognize normal and abnormal echocardiographic findings.
• Analyze echocardiographic data and prepare preliminary findings for the interpreting Cardiologist.
• May start and manage intravenous (IV) lines for contract echocardiography when credentialed and trained.
• Collaborate closely with Cardiologist and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
• Explain procedures to patients, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Review and evaluate images for clarity, completeness, and diagnostic value.
• Maintain accurate patient records, documentation, and reports in the PACS or EMR system.
• Maintain equipment, perform quality control checks, and report malfunctions promptly.
• Comply with infection control, HIPAA, and patient safety standards.
• Stay current with continuing education and new echocardiographic techniques.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiative and accreditation processes (IAC Echocardiography).
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Independent & Financially Stable organization
• State-of-the-Art Facilities & Services
• Supportive Administration & Culture
• Thriving, Growing Region supporting outdoor lifestyle & adventure.
• Good Shepherd Health Care System remains one of the largest employers in the area and plays a pivotal role in the region's continued growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree