Echo Tech PRN

Community Health Systems•Sahuarita, AZ

About The Position

The Echo Technologist performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures, using independent judgment to obtain clear and accurate images for physician evaluation. The role supports high-quality patient care by prioritizing patient safety, comfort, and accurate identification, and by collaborating with healthcare teams to provide diagnostic imaging and reports. The technologist performs echocardiographic studies, including 2-D imaging, M-mode tracings, and Doppler recordings, and acquires Stress Echo and Dobutamine images according to benchmark standards. The position also assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms (TEEs), prepares and maintains equipment and work areas, and documents preliminary reports, procedural results, and patient information in the electronic medical record while maintaining confidentiality. The Echo Technologist verifies patient identity, orders, and consents before procedures; communicates patient conditions or changes to the care team; and adapts imaging techniques to patients’ age-specific physiological, emotional, and cognitive needs. Regular and reliable attendance and compliance with policies and standards are expected. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in echocardiography or cardiac sonography.
Proficiency in echocardiographic imaging, including 2-D, M-mode, and Doppler techniques.
Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and disease processes to obtain accurate diagnostic images.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams.
Ability to operate ultrasound equipment safely and effectively while following infection control and patient safety protocols.
Competence with electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.
RDMS (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer), or graduation from a program accredited by an agency recognized by CHEA, USDOE, or CMA that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography, diagnostic cardiac sonography, or vascular technology.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification within the first 7 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) certification.
RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer) certification.

Responsibilities

Perform echocardiographic studies, including 2-D imaging, M-mode tracings, and Doppler recordings, in accordance with departmental standards and physician guidelines.
Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout procedures, including appropriate positioning and monitoring.
Acquire quality Stress Echo and Dobutamine images in accordance with benchmark standards, with post-exercise images acquired within 60 seconds or less.
Assist physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms (TEEs), supporting optimal imaging and patient safety.
Prepare and maintain equipment, supplies, and work areas so they are organized and ready for patient care.
Document preliminary reports, procedural results, and patient information accurately in the electronic medical record while maintaining confidentiality.
Verify patient identity, orders, and consents before conducting procedures and follow patient safety protocols.
Collaborate with healthcare teams and communicate patient conditions or changes during procedures to support timely evaluation and interpretation by reading cardiologists.
Adapt imaging techniques to meet patients’ age-specific physiological, emotional, and cognitive needs.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.