Pediatric Echocardiography Technologist
Charleston, SC
Access Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Echo Tech

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

Position Overview

• Specialty: Pediatric Echocardiography (Radiology / Cardiology)
• Typical daily caseload: 4-10 patients per tech
• Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts with staggered start times between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM
• No weekend, holiday, or on-call requirements
• Floating between multiple locations within the local area (up to 60 miles radius)
• Locals may be considered on a case-by-case basis

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Echo Technologist, with experience within the last year
• Pediatric echocardiography experience
• BLS certification

Certifications & Compliance

• BLS (AHA or ARC) required for all clinical staff
• PALS required for pediatric units
• NRP certification must be current and through AHA/AAP
• Fit test for N95 mask required within 90 days prior to start and renewed annually
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• Immunizations and health screenings required:

  • Tdap within 10 years or declination form
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or appropriate follow-up if positive
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed
  • Hepatitis B: titer, vaccine series, or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands, updated annually
• Background checks including 7-year history and various federal/state registries required
• Education verification and clinical references required

Additional Requirements

• Must complete facility-specific orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2 hours)
• Clear, passport-style photo required for badge
• Employment application must include all PTO, contract assignments, agency names, and no unaccounted gaps
• Work history verification of last 3 clinical employers required
• Competency exams and color blindness testing required prior to start
• Emergency response team participation expected during hurricane season (June-November)

Notes

• First-time travelers accepted
• No prior travel experience explicitly required
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• Floating between multiple sites within the local radius is required

This position is ideal for experienced pediatric echo technologists with strong skills in congenital heart defects and pediatric echocardiography, seeking a travel contract opportunity with a stable weekday schedule and no weekend or holiday shifts.