Echocardiogram Specialist

Catholic Health Service is seeking a skilled Echo Technologist to join our team. As an Echo Technologist, you will be responsible for performing M-Mode and Cardiac Doppler echocardiogram studies and conducting qualitative and quantitative analysis of data.

• Provide clear explanations to patients regarding the test being performed.
• Utilize two identifiers (Name and Date of Birth) to identify patients.
• Prepare patients for echocardiogram procedures.
• Perform transthoracic echocardiographic examinations to determine the best modalities, techniques, and approaches to apply.
• Evaluate echocardiographic findings, recognizing normal and complex congenital and pathologic conditions to obtain adequate diagnostic data for physician interpretation.
• Calculate echocardiograph/Doppler data obtained from examinations, including M-Mode quantification, ejection fraction, and Doppler quantification of valve gradients.
• Request MD and RN administration of echo contrast when appropriate.
• Maintain current educational status, including review of education tapes and conferences.
• Mentor with assigned physician preceptor to constantly monitor and enhance clinical skills.
• Enter data into clinical systems and transmit data.
• Maintain, clean, and fully equipped and stocked examination areas for patients.

• Graduate of an Accredited Ultrasound program.
• ARDMS certification preferred.
• Basic computer skills.
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with patients.
• Standing, lifting, pushing, and pulling when needed.

Catholic Health Service offers a competitive salary range of USD $34.76 - USD $52.98 /Hr. and a generous benefits package, including tuition assistance, a defined benefit pension plan, and a culture that supports professional and educational growth.