Pediatric Echo Technologist
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Job Opportunity: Pediatric Echo Tech

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

Position Overview

• Specialty: Pediatric Echocardiography (Cardiology / Radiology)
• Typical daily caseload: 4-10 patients
• 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 a local radius of 60 miles
• Guaranteed hours with allowance for 1 shift off every 2 weeks

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Pediatric Echo Tech (Echo Tech Cardiac Sonographer Pediatrics), including pediatric echocardiography experience within the last year
• Extensive knowledge of complex pediatric heart disease and defects, with proficiency in scanning pediatric echocardiograms and complex congenital heart defects
• Experience working with pediatric patients
• Registered Pediatric Sonographer credential required:

  • ARDMS with PE certification or
  • CCI with RCCS certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Licensure

• Must have an active, unencumbered state license appropriate for Pediatric Echo Tech in South Carolina
• Pending state license accepted if all credentials are in place at start
• Primary source verification of license required

Certifications & Competencies

• BLS (AHA or ARC)
• PALS (AHA)
• NRP (AHA/AAP)
• Competency exams as applicable
• Color blindness testing required prior to start

Health & Safety Requirements

• Physical exam attesting ability to meet job demands, updated annually
• Fit test for N95 mask within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually
• Immunizations and titers required or proof of immunity for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Measles (Rubeola)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Varicella
  • Hepatitis B (titer, vaccine series, or declination)
• Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days of start or chest x-ray if previously positive
• Annual TB questionnaire completion required
• 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start
• COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated
• Seasonal flu vaccination or medical/religious exemption required during flu season

Background & Documentation

• Annual background check covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years
• Employment verification of last 3 clinical employers
• Education verification or diploma/transcripts as placeholder
• Social Security card, driver’s license/state ID, and I-9 documentation required
• Facility-specific orientation modules must be completed prior to start
• Passport-style photo required for badge issuance

Additional Notes

• Travelers will be assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June-November)
• Locals may be considered on a case-by-case basis
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks
• No radiation badge required for this pediatric echo tech position

This position is ideal for pediatric echo techs with at least 2 years of experience, who are proficient in complex congenital heart defects and pediatric echocardiography, and who hold the appropriate certifications and licensure. First-time travel healthcare workers are welcome to apply.