Cardiac Sonographer

Pride Health; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 114,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health is seeking an experienced Cardiac Sonographer for a 13-week travel assignment in Temple, TX. The role runs Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, with 40 guaranteed hours per week and an expectation of independent work and high-quality cardiac ultrasound examinations.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of echocardiography experience, Level I Trauma Center exposure, and current RDCS or RCS certification, along with BLS.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Cardiac Sonographer/Echocardiography experience.
• Level I Trauma Center experience required.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Current BLS Certification (AHA only).
• Current RDCS or RCS certification required.
• Strong experience performing Transthoracic (TTE), Transesophageal (TEE), and Stress Echocardiography.
• Thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and echocardiography protocols.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and patient care skills.
• 13-week contract position with possible extensions.
• Shift is Day Shift | 5x8s | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 guaranteed hours/week).
• Location is Temple, TX 76508.
• Locals are not accepted.
• Pay Rate for Travelers: $2,500 - $2,526 Weekly.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive transthoracic (TTE), transesophageal (TEE), and stress echocardiography examinations for adult patients.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic cardiac images and measurements using appropriate sonographic techniques and protocols.
• Evaluate cardiac anatomy and function, identify abnormalities, and expand imaging studies when clinically indicated.
• Prepare patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, explaining examinations, and ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Assist cardiologists during transesophageal echocardiography and other advanced cardiac procedures.
• Correlate clinical findings with diagnostic imaging to support accurate patient diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Maintain echocardiography equipment, perform quality assurance activities, and document studies accurately.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Adhere to infection prevention, patient confidentiality, and departmental quality standards.

Skills

Cardiac ultrasound

Independent worker

Team collaboration

BLS certified

Education

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Cardiac Sonographer to join a busy Non-Invasive Cardiology department. This 13-week travel assignment offers a Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM schedule with 40 guaranteed hours per week. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of echocardiography experience, Level I Trauma experience, and be confident working independently while performing high-quality cardiac ultrasound procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive transthoracic (TTE), transesophageal (TEE), and stress echocardiography examinations for adult patients.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic cardiac images and measurements using appropriate sonographic techniques and protocols.
• Evaluate cardiac anatomy and function, identify abnormalities, and expand imaging studies when clinically indicated.
• Prepare patients for procedures by reviewing medical history, explaining examinations, and ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Assist cardiologists during transesophageal echocardiography and other advanced cardiac procedures.
• Correlate clinical findings with diagnostic imaging to support accurate patient diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Maintain echocardiography equipment, perform quality assurance activities, and document studies accurately.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
• Adhere to infection prevention, patient confidentiality, and departmental quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Cardiac Sonographer/Echocardiography experience required.
• Level I Trauma Center experience required.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Current BLS Certification (AHA only) required.
• Current Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) certification required.
• Strong experience performing Transthoracic (TTE), Transesophageal (TEE), and Stress Echocardiography.
• Thorough knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, sonographic imaging techniques, and echocardiography protocols.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, and patient care skills.
• Proficiency with medical equipment, clinical documentation, and maintaining quality assurance standards.
• 13-week contract position (possible extensions)
• Shift is Day Shift | 5x8s | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (40 guaranteed hours/week)
• Location is Temple, TX 76508
• Locals are not accepted
• Pay Rate for Travelers: $2,500 - $2,526 Weekly

Company Description:

“Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors”

Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.