Lead Echo Tech - SMKIL Cardiology

Prime Healthcare • Kankakee, IL

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About The Position

The Lead Echocardiogram Technologist oversees the echocardiography department, including ECHO Tech I/II staff and students, and ensures delivery of high-quality cardiac imaging services. The role performs complex echocardiograms, trains and mentors junior staff, maintains equipment and protocols, and collaborates with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information. The lead technologist manages workflow, implements best practices, ensures compliance with safety standards, and contributes to departmental initiatives to improve patient care and operational efficiency. Strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and effective communication are essential.

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Cardiovascular Technology, or a related field.
• Completion of an accredited echocardiography program.
• ARDMS or CCI credential required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) upon hire, maintained as current.
• Typically, 3–5 years of experience in echocardiography.
• Proficiency in performing a variety of echocardiographic procedures.
• Certification in echocardiography, such as RDCS or RCS, from a recognized professional organization.
• Ongoing professional development through workshops, seminars, and conferences related to cardiac imaging.
• Familiarity with the latest echocardiography technologies and software.

Nice To Haves

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the echocardiography department, including ECHO Tech I/II staff and students.
• Perform complex echocardiograms and other echocardiographic procedures.
• Train and mentor junior staff.
• Maintain echocardiography equipment and protocols.
• Collaborate with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information.
• Manage departmental workflow and implement best practices.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Contribute to departmental initiatives that improve patient care and operational efficiency.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401K retirement plan
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary benefit options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree