Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer
Highland Park, IL
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer

Location: Highland Park, Illinois
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology
• Shift: 8-hour shifts; start times vary between 7:00 AM – 4:30 PM (examples: 7:00 AM-3:30 PM, 7:30 AM-4:00 PM, or 8:00 AM-4:30 PM)
• Weekend Schedule: Rotating weekends every 4th to 6th weekend; may include a Saturday or Sunday in between
• Floating: Required based on business needs, patient census, staffing, and absences. You may float between 1-3 locations within the same county area. Transportation (car) is required due to travel between locations.
• On Call: Required twice during the contract for 6-7 days (including weekends), from 4 PM to 7 AM. May include an extra on-call Saturday or Sunday. Illinois law limits working more than 6 consecutive days.

Required Experience

• Minimum 1 year of experience in the specialty
• First-time travelers accepted
• Local candidates accepted
• Prior travel experience is NOT required

Required Qualifications & Certifications

• Cardiac Sonographer with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• PALS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NRP certification
• National Tech Certification Verification

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year, signed by a physician
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start (specific mask types required)
• Required vaccinations and immunizations including:

  • Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (if history of positive TB)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) series or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination/booster
  • Varicella series or positive titer
  • Seasonal flu vaccine during flu season (declinations not accepted except medical/religious exemptions)
• Drug testing within 30 days of start
• Vision testing (Snellen and Ishihara Color Vision) within 1 year of start

Additional Information

• Two professional references required
• Must complete I-9 verification and provide government-issued photo ID
• Background checks include SS trace, county searches, nationwide sex offender check
• Candidates must be able to comply with facility-specific onboarding and training requirements
• Badge photo guidelines apply for identification purposes

This position offers a dynamic work environment with varied locations and schedules, ideal for Echo Techs or Cardiac Sonographers seeking travel contract opportunities in Illinois.