Echocardiography Technologist
Chicago, IL
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,860/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration12 weeks
- SettingHospital
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer Travel Contract - Chicago, IL
Position Details
- Specialty: Radiology / Cardiology (Echocardiography)
- Employment Type: Travel / Contract
- Shift: Day shift, 4 days per week, 10 hours per day (7:30 AM – 6:00 PM)
- Hours per Week: 40
- Contract Length: 12 weeks
- Weekend Requirement: Yes
- On Call: No
- Meal Break: 30 minutes
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a Cardiac Sonographer
- Cardiac Sonographer experience within the last year
- Current certification as Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (AHA or RQI accepted)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA or RQI accepted)
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences or related field
Compliance & Documentation Requirements
- Education verification of highest degree completed (minimum high school diploma or equivalent)
- Employment history covering 7 years with explanations for gaps over 30 days
- Background checks including SSN trace, federal and state criminal, sex offender, OIG, SAM, EPLS/GSA within 30 days of start
- Facility-specific agreements including confidentiality, information security, cannabis acknowledgement, and sexual harassment training (updated annually)
- Completion of required health documents and vaccination accommodation forms if applicable
- OSHA Respiratory Safety clearance if fit test is failed
Additional Notes
- Candidates must be prepared to complete all required documentation and training modules promptly to avoid delays in start date.
- Accommodation requests for vaccinations or fit testing must be submitted within 24-48 hours of contract signing for timely review.
- Candidates must be physically present in Illinois to complete fingerprinting for the Illinois Healthcare Worker Registry.
- This position requires weekend work but no on-call duties.
This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and workers considering this Echo Tech / Cardiac Sonographer travel contract opportunity.
Employer
PRIDE Health
57 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health
PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Chicago, IL
As a Travel Cardiac Sonographer in Chicago, IL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chicago is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, but it's important to budget for higher housing and transportation costs.
- Chicago experiences hot summers with average highs around 83°F and cold winters with average lows around 16°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chicago, but they may require some research and planning to find the right fit.
- Chicago is car-friendly, but public transportation is also widely used and convenient, with an extensive network of buses and trains operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA).
- Chicago is a diverse city with a wide range of ages represented.
- Common health issues may include seasonal allergies and respiratory conditions due to the urban environment.
- Chicago has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and teaching hospitals.
- Chicago offers a vibrant culinary scene with a variety of restaurants, especially known for its deep-dish pizza and Chicago-style hot dogs.
- The city has a thriving art and music scene, with numerous galleries, theaters, and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy games at iconic venues like Wrigley Field.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the city's beautiful parks, lakefront, and beaches.
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