Pediatric Cardiac Sonographer
Charleston, South Carolina
Medical University of South Carolina - Children's Hospital

Pediatric Echo Tech (Cardiac Sonographer)

Location: Charleston, South Carolina
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts (start times between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM)
Weekend Requirement: No
On-call Requirement: No
Floating: Yes, will float between hospital and clinic locations

Job Overview

• Perform pediatric echocardiograms with proficiency in scanning and interpreting complex congenital heart defects.
• Daily caseload: 4-10 studies per tech.
• Experience with GE Vivid 95 ultrasound machine and PACS system for full report entry preferred.
• No radiation badge required for this pediatric echo tech position.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as an Echo Technologist.
• Echo Technologist experience within the last year.
• Experience working with pediatric patients.
• Current BLS certification.
• Registered Pediatric Sonographer credential required:

  • ARDMS with PE certification or
  • CCI certification.

Certifications & Licenses

• BLS: American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) certification required.
• PALS: AHA certification required for pediatric units.
• State License: South Carolina license or compact license required; pending licenses accepted with proper documentation.
• Background Checks: Comprehensive background check covering 7 years of residence/employment, including SSN trace, criminal, sex offender, and state-specific searches.
• Fit Mask: N95 fit test within 90 days prior to start, renewed annually.
• Drug Screen: 10-panel drug screen within 90 days prior to start.
• Immunizations & Health Requirements:

  • Tdap vaccine within 10 years or declination form.
  • Negative TB test (T-spot or Q-Gold) within 90 days or documented history with chest x-ray.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella: Positive titer or vaccination series with boosters as needed.
  • Hepatitis B: Titer, vaccination series, or declination.
  • Seasonal Flu vaccine or medical/religious exemption required during flu season.
  • COVID-19 vaccination highly preferred; declination form required if not vaccinated.
• Education Verification: Diploma or transcripts preferred; education verification required.
• References: Proof of 2 clinical references or hospital evaluations.
• Employment History: Verification of last 3 clinical employers required.

Competencies & Exams

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required as applicable.
• Color blindness testing required prior to start.
• Competency exam required; pediatric OR competency exam preferred but regular OR competency exam accepted if no pediatric experience.

Additional Requirements

• Clear, passport-style photo for badge (frontal view, solid light background, business casual attire).
• Completion of facility-specific orientation modules prior to start (approx. 2 hours).
• Must complete and upload all required health and vaccination documentation into the facility’s system.
• Travelers assigned to emergency response teams during hurricane season (June-November), with peak activity in August and September.
• Facility may call off 1 shift every 2 weeks; guaranteed hours otherwise.
• Local radius: 60 miles; locals accepted on a case-by-case basis.

Notes

• Radiation badge not required for pediatric echo techs.
• Floating between hospital and clinic locations is expected.
• No weekend or holiday shifts required.
• Prior travel experience is not required.
• First-time travelers are welcome.

This position is ideal for pediatric echo techs with experience in complex congenital heart disease, looking for a travel assignment with a stable weekday schedule and no weekend or on-call duties.