Travel Echo Technician
Gretna, LA
TalentBurst, Inc
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Title: Echo Technologist / Echo Tech
Specialty: Echocardiography
Department: Electrocardiogram (ECG/EKG)
Shift: Day Shift, 10 hours | 4x10s | 6:30 AM–5:00 PM
Call: 1 week of call per month, including 1 weekend (Saturday 7:00 AM–11:00 AM and Sunday 7:00 AM–11:00 AM)

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2 years of cardiac ultrasound experience.
• Active RDCS through ARDMS or RCS certification.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, Doppler physics, and hemodynamics.
• Ability to identify stenosis or occlusion using nationally published criteria.
• Proficiency with computers, clinical software, and web-based applications.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, stay calm under pressure, and maintain confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vascular experience preferred.

Job summary

Provides individualized, direct patient care by performing a variety of diagnostic cardiac sonography procedures, including echocardiograms, ECG/EKG testing, and stress testing. Compiles patient history and diagnostic data, presents preliminary sonographic findings, and works closely with physicians and the care team to support high-quality, patient-centered care.

Essential duties

• Perform echocardiographic procedures, including 2D, M-Mode, Doppler, and Color Flow imaging.
• Perform Exercise Stress Echo and Dobutamine Stress Echo procedures.
• Conduct ECG/EKG testing and associated stress tests.
• Obtain and document patient history, diagnostic information, and preliminary findings.
• Prepare patients for procedures and explain testing in a clear, professional manner.
• Assist physicians with interventional procedures requiring ultrasound guidance.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records and complete required documentation.
• Adapt care and communication to meet the patient’s age, cultural, social, and spiritual needs.
• Maintain clinical competency, required education, and active credentials.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

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