Travel Cardiac Sonographer
Hermiston, OR
American Traveler
5x8 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 5x8hrs
• Hours: 40 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an Echo Technologist/Cardiac Sonographer with 2+ years of experience and RDCS certification to perform diagnostic echocardiographic procedures in a hospital setting.

Details

• Medical Unit setting performing diagnostic echocardiographic procedures under physician direction
• Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday, 5 shifts per week at 8 hours per shift
• Perform transthoracic (TTE), transesophageal (TEE), and stress echocardiograms per ASE guidelines and physician orders
• Utilize ultrasound and diagnostic imaging equipment, including contrast agents such as Definity and agitated bubble techniques
• Documentation maintained in PACS or EMR system

Requirements

• RDCS (ARDMS) or RCS (CCI) certification required
• BLS certification required
• Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with a focus in Cardiac Sonography
• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Echo Tech required; 3+ years preferred
• Experience with Stress and TEE echocardiographic techniques preferred
• May start and manage IV lines for contrast echocardiography when credentialed and trained
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently and assist with patient transfers over 100 lbs using proper techniques or mechanical aids
• Continuous walking and standing throughout shift with occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching
• License required if applicable

Additional Information

• Analyze echocardiographic data and prepare preliminary findings for the interpreting cardiologist
• Collaborate with cardiologists and healthcare team to ensure quality patient care
• Explain procedures to patients to ensure comfort and safety
• Review images for clarity, completeness, and diagnostic value
• Perform equipment maintenance and quality control checks, reporting malfunctions promptly
• Comply with infection control, HIPAA, and patient safety standards
• Participate in continuous quality improvement and IAC Echocardiography accreditation processes
• CRASE training required if assignment extends beyond 6 months
• Fast-paced healthcare environment with exposure to infectious materials, requiring use of PPE