Lead Echo Tech - SMKIL Cardiology

St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee•Kankakee, IL

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, and maintains equipment and protocols. The lead technologist collaborates with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information, manages workflow, implements best practices, ensures compliance with safety standards, and contributes to initiatives that improve patient care and operational efficiency. Strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and effective communication are essential. This is a full-time position with a variable shift at St. Mary's Hospital - Kankakee. The employer describes a customizable benefits package that includes paid time off, a 401K retirement plan, medical, dental, and vision coverage, tuition reimbursement, and other voluntary benefit options. The stated compensation range is $XX.XX to $XX.XX; exact starting compensation is determined during applicant selection based on factors including skills, applicable experience, education, credentials, and licensure.

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 (e.g., RDCS or RCS) from a recognized professional organization.
Strong technical skills, leadership abilities, and effective communication.

Nice To Haves

Previous leadership or supervisory experience.
Ongoing professional development through workshops, seminars, and conferences related to cardiac imaging.
Familiarity with the latest echocardiography technologies and software.

Responsibilities

Oversee the echocardiography department, including ECHO Tech I/II staff and students.
Perform complex echocardiograms and ensure high-quality cardiac imaging services.
Train and mentor junior staff.
Maintain echocardiography equipment and protocols.
Collaborate with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to provide accurate diagnostic information.
Manage workflow and implement best practices.
Ensure compliance with safety standards.
Contribute to departmental initiatives aimed at improving patient care and operational efficiency.