Echo Technologist
Hermiston, OR
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Ultrasonographer Echo (ULTRA ECHO) Day Shift The healthcare provider is seeking a qualified Echo Technologist to perform high-quality diagnostic echocardiographic procedures under the supervision of a Cardiologist. This role involves utilizing ultrasound equipment to assess cardiac structures and function, providing essential information for the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions.

Job Details

• Required Qualifications: Graduate of a Diagnostic Medical Sonography program with a focus in Cardiac Sonography; Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI; BLS certification; 1 year of experience as an Echo Tech.
• Schedule: Day shift, 8 hours, minimum 40 hours per week
• Perform transthoracic (TTE), transesophageal (TEE), and stress echocardiograms as ordered per protocol and physician instructions.
• Operate ultrasound and diagnostic imaging equipment to acquire high-quality cardiac images, utilizing contrast agents as appropriate.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, pathology, and sonographic principles to recognize normal and abnormal findings.
• Analyze echocardiographic data and prepare preliminary findings for review by the interpreting Cardiologist.
• May start and manage intravenous (IV) lines for contrast echocardiography when credentialed and trained.
• Collaborate closely with Cardiologists and other healthcare professionals for optimal patient care.
• Explain procedures to patients, ensuring comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Review and evaluate images for clarity, completeness, and diagnostic value.
• Maintain accurate patient records, documentation, and reports in the PACS or EMR system.
• Maintain equipment, perform quality control checks, and report malfunctions promptly.
• Comply with infection control, HIPAA, and patient safety standards.
• Stay current with continuing education and new echocardiographic techniques.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives and accreditation processes (IAC Echocardiography).
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits