Cardiac Echo Technologist — RDCS Eligible, 2-D/3-D Echo

Dartmouth Health; Lebanon (NH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartmouth Health in Lebanon, NH is seeking a qualified Cardiac Sonographer to perform basic adult echocardiograms and assist with trans-esophageal studies. The role includes on-call responsibilities and participation in pediatric echoes with a back-up team.

Responsibilities span training in exercise and pharmacologic stress testing, weekly imaging conferences, QA/QC participation, and ensuring equipment reliability. A strong team approach and patient-focused care are essential.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree from accredited cardiac ultrasound program or RDCS/RCS-eligible background with 1 year of cardiac echo experience.
• Proficient on all equipment in the lab within the first 3 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Performs all basic adult cardiac echocardiogram procedures. Edits tracings, makes measurements and enters data into computer.
• Distinguishes between normal and abnormal cardiac findings.
• Operates complex equipment accordingly.
• Performs adult echoes on-call. Participates in pediatric on-call echoes with the assistance of a pediatric back-up sonographer.
• Participates in exercise stress pharmacologic stress echo training.
• Participates in weekly imaging conference presentation.
• Facilitates patient flow within the section and maintains a pro-active approach in dealing with patient concerns.
• Participates in Quality Assurance and quality control programs.
• Ensures that equipment failures are reported and documented.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Education

Associate Degree or RDCS/RCS-eligible background

1 year cardiac echo experience

Tools

All equipment in lab

Job description

Dartmouth Health in Lebanon, NH is seeking a qualified Cardiac Sonographer to perform basic adult echocardiograms and assist with trans-esophageal studies. The role includes on-call responsibilities and participation in pediatric echoes with a back-up team.

Responsibilities span training in exercise and pharmacologic stress testing, weekly imaging conferences, QA/QC participation, and ensuring equipment reliability. A strong team approach and patient-focused care are essential.