Cardiac Echo Tech - Per Diem Day Shift

Prime Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee, IL is seeking an Echocardiography Technician to perform ultrasound studies of cardiac structures, obtain precise measurements, and assist physicians with advanced procedures.

You will contribute to the Cardiopulmonary Department's efficiency and directly support patient care in the Cardiology department. The role requires anatomy-focused ultrasound proficiency and coordination with clinical staff; certification and ARDMS/CCI credentials are

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Completion of Echocardiogram program certification preferred.
• EKG rhythm analysis / interpretation certificate or equivalent preferred.
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current required.
• Able to assist physician with TEE testing preferred.
• Previous experience in performing Echocardiograms of all ages preferred.
• Hospital experience in the Cardiology field preferred.
• Registered Echocardiographer preferred.
• ARDMS or CCI credential required
• Able to perform stress testing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Uses ultrasound to visualize internal cardiac structures and obtain measurements of valves, ventricle and left atrium.
• Assists the physician with complex ultrasound procedures.
• Promotes smooth operation of the Cardiopulmonary Department and manages clerical functions within the department.

Skills

Echocardiography

Ultrasound imaging

Cardiac measurements

Clinical assistance

Education

High School Diploma

Echocardiogram program certification

EKG rhythm analysis/certification

BCLS (AHA) certificate

ARDMS or CCI credential

Job description

Prime Healthcare St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee, IL is seeking an Echocardiography Technician to perform ultrasound studies of cardiac structures, obtain precise measurements, and assist physicians with advanced procedures.

You will contribute to the Cardiopulmonary Department's efficiency and directly support patient care in the Cardiology department. The role requires anatomy-focused ultrasound proficiency and coordination with clinical staff; certification and ARDMS/CCI credentials are