Ultrasonographer Echo
Shreveport, LA
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
The Ultrasonographer Echo specializes in performing diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures to support the evaluation and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. Located in an organization that values clinical expertise and independent judgment, this role involves producing high-quality echocardiographic images to facilitate accurate diagnostics in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Job Details

• Position Description: The Ultrasonographer Echo performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures, such as transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE), transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), stress echocardiograms, and other cardiac ultrasound procedures. This role supports clinical teams by applying specialized knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathology to obtain diagnostic-quality images, collaborating closely with cardiologists to ensure accurate and timely diagnosis. The position requires operating independently on moderately complex assignments and exercising clinical judgment to determine appropriate imaging methodologies. The technician is also responsible for proper documentation, adherence to safety and regulatory standards, participating in routine equipment maintenance, and providing patient education as needed.
• Required Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited echocardiogram, cardiovascular sonography, or equivalent program. Certifications include Adult Echocardiography (AE) Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) by ARDMS, Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) by CCV, or Vascular Sonography (VS) by ARRT. BLS certification. No minimum years of experience required. Schedule: 7AM-3:30PM, Monday through Friday, with 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week.
• Additional Information: Weekend call every 3-4 weeks depending on staffing; one week of on-call duty every 3-4 weeks depending on staffing. Department supports OR, inpatient, outpatient, and catheterization lab settings; no floating required. The role involves performing approximately 5-8 cases per day, with an emphasis on producing high-quality diagnostic images, maintaining accurate records, and participating in continuous improvement activities.

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