Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist - Per Diem

Lehigh Valley Hospital, Inc.; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a Per Diem Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist to perform high-quality transthoracic and stress echocardiography for adult and geriatric patients. You will prepare patients, operate ultrasound equipment, review clinical data, and document results with care and accuracy.

Responsibilities include training colleagues, participating in quality initiatives, and ensuring safety and compliance within the department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with Cardiac Ultrasound training and registry.
• Technical School Diploma in Cardiac Ultrasound with registry within 1 year.
• 5+ years experience or equivalent in adult echocardiography.

Responsibilities

• Operates cardiac ultrasound equipment and performs transthoracic and stress echocardiography.
• Prepares patients, reviews history, and ensures optimum diagnostic results.
• Monitors patient wellbeing during tests and documents results.
• Provides training and proctoring to staff and learners.
• Adheres to safety, quality standards, and departmental policies.

Skills

Cardiac Ultrasound

Echocardiography

Critical thinking

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma with Cardiac Ultrasound training

Technical School Diploma in Cardiac Ultrasound

Tools

Ultrasound Machines

Cardiac Ultrasound Registry

Job description

Per DiemDay ShiftDepartmentCardiac Diag - HOShift DetailsDay Shift, Per Diem; variable shift and hoursJob IDwd-JR137755PostedJuly 24, 2026Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist - Per DiemJoin a team that delivers excellence.Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant and diverse workforce.Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a healthcare organization that's nationally recognized, forward-thinking and offers plenty of opportunity to do great work.Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.SummaryOperates cardiac ultrasound equipment and performs high quality cardiac ultrasound imaging (echocardiography) to be used for the diagnostic evaluation of chamber measurements, blood flow characteristics, and cardiac function of the heart.Job DutiesPerforms high quality Transthoracic and Stress Echocardiography imaging studies per protocol on adult and geriatric patient population including the knowledge of transducer selection, equipment knobology for optimal image, and the knowledge/ability to perform all measurements, per protocol. Performs the patient meet/greet (confirm ID and order), reviews history and supporting clinical data for optimum diagnostic results, conducts patient prep (explain procedure, answer questions, take BP, apply electrodes), monitors patient wellbeing during test to recognize potential medical problems and takes action, and develops documentation (including Technical Sonographer Report). Provides medication/ IV insertion ( ultrasound enhancement agent, UEA) as needed.Provides fellow colleague/new hire, student, intern and/or Fellow proctoring/training.Participates in echocardiography performance improvement initiatives and contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives; adheres to department policies, procedures, quality standards, and safety standards.Communicates appropriately, respectfully, and clearly to directors, managers, and colleagues. Accepts direction as provided.Communicates, notifies, and follows-up on equipment failures and/or maintenance.Minimum QualificationsHigh School Diploma/GED with Cardiac Ultrasound on-the-job training and with registry and >5 years experience orTechnical School Diploma successful graduation from Cardiac Ultrasound program and registry within a year of hireLess than 1 year experience performing adult cardiac ultrasoundKnowledge of cardiac ultrasound physics and cardiac anatomy & physiology.Skill to use various ultrasound machine makes and models and perform settings and knobology for optimal images.Skill to prioritize patient care and use critical thinking.Ability to demonstrate eye-hand coordination, mechanical, and analytical aptitude.Ability to (physically) position patients for optimal images and transport ultrasound equipment (portable testing).Ability to support a patient in an emergency situation.RDCS-Reg Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer ARDMS - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year orRCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer CCI - State of Pennsylvania within 1 YearAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania within 30 DaysPreferred QualificationsAssociate’s Degree Cardiac Ultrasound program and registry orBachelor’s Degree Cardiac Ultrasound program and registryLess than 1 year experience performing adult and pediatric cardiac ultrasound, Stress Echocardiography and TEE in a hospital setting. orLess than 1 yearPhysical DemandsLift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.https://youtu.be/GD67a9hIXUYLehigh Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should not forward resumes to our job aliases, our employees or any other organization location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes..LocationHealth Center at Hecktown Oaks3794 Hecktown Rd, 18045, Easton, United States (Map)