Cardiac Echo Technologist: Ultrasound Expert

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Methodist Hospital Westover Hills, part of HCA Healthcare, seeks an Echo Technician to perform echocardiograms, TEEs, and related non-invasive cardiac studies under Cardiovascular Services. You will document findings, maintain equipment, and support patient care within a busy diagnostic lab.

Responsibilities include acquiring orders, ensuring equipment readiness, assisting with stress tests, carotid imaging, and keeping accurate Meditech records while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Registry eligibility for ARDMS or RCS required.
• Education options include associate degree with ultrasound experience or a CAHEP accredited program.
• Alternative paths include bachelor’s degree with ultrasound experience or ARDMS/CAAHEP eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Acquire physician orders and prioritize STAT exams.
• Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance.
• Perform adult/pediatric echocardiograms and TEEs with standard views.
• Assist with tilt-table testing and patient preparation.
• Conduct carotid imaging with Doppler and provide measurements.
• Maintain patient reports in Meditech and ensure data integrity.
• Adhere to safety policies and complete other duties as assigned.

Skills

Echocardiography

Cardiac imaging

Patient safety

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

ARDMS/RDCS(RDMS) eligibility

CAAHEP accredited program

Bachelor's degree (optional depending on pathway)

Tools

Meditech

PACS

Job description

Methodist Hospital Westover Hills, part of HCA Healthcare, seeks an Echo Technician to perform echocardiograms, TEEs, and related non-invasive cardiac studies under Cardiovascular Services. You will document findings, maintain equipment, and support patient care within a busy diagnostic lab.

Responsibilities include acquiring orders, ensuring equipment readiness, assisting with stress tests, carotid imaging, and keeping accurate Meditech records while upholding safety standards.