Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer
Orangeburg, SC
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
5x8 hrs

Job Opportunity: Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer

Location: Orangeburg, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift Options:

  • Monday to Friday, 4x10 hour shifts (6:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
  • Monday to Friday, 3x12 hour shifts (6:00 AM - 6:30 PM)
• Daily Caseload: 8-12 patients per tech
• On-Call: Yes, call rotation from noon Sunday to 7:00 AM Monday
• Weekend Requirement: Yes, weekend rotation with staff (4 hours each on Saturday and Sunday, 8 AM to noon)
• Floating: No floating between service lines or sister facilities
• Block Schedule: Possible with prior approval (not guaranteed)
• Local Radius: 60 miles
• Locals Accepted: Yes, on a case-by-case basis

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Echo Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Completion of at least one travel assignment as an Echo Technologist
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Certification through ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS, RCCS)

Facility & Work Environment

• Acute Care Hospital setting
• Total staffed beds: 286
• Charting system: Epic
• Scrub color: Navy or Seal Blue
• Parking: Free
• Hurricane season (June - November) may require emergency response team participation

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Proof of work eligibility (I-9, Social Security Card, Driver’s License/State ID)
• Background checks including:

  • 7-year history with multiple searches (SSN trace, state and national criminal, sex offender registry, FACIS, etc.)
  • EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks updated every 30 days
• Education verification and transcripts/diploma preferred
• Certifications must be current and valid (no certificates expiring within 30 days of start)
• State license verification (South Carolina license required)
• NURSYS verification for applicable licenses
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug test within 90 days of start
• Immunizations and health documents:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 90 days
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella titers or vaccination proof
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccination or declination
  • Flu vaccine required during flu season or medical/religious exemption
  • COVID vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Physical exam updated annually, including specialized physical assessment for sterile processing if applicable
• Respirator medical clearance annually (RespSafety questionnaire)
• Color blindness testing prior to start
• Medication/pharmacology competency exam as applicable
• Facility-specific orientation modules and first day instructions must be completed before start
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge

Additional Notes

• Candidates cannot start without their radiation badge; processing may take 5-7 days
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references required
• Employment history verification of last 3 clinical employers required
• Must complete all required modules and documentation prior to orientation or risk being sent home

This position is ideal for experienced Echo Techs / Cardiac Sonographers seeking a travel contract in an acute care hospital environment with structured shifts and comprehensive credentialing requirements.