Echo Tech, Full Time Days

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis–Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA seeks a Diagnostic Sonographer to perform cardiac imaging including adult echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE), and stress echocardiograms.

The role requires high school diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited sonography program, with registration pursued within one year of hire. New graduates must obtain ARDMS or CCI credentials; BLS is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, a certificate echocardiogram program or accredited Cardiovascular Technology Ultrasound program.
• New graduates must become registered within one year of hire (ARDMS/CCI) or equivalent.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support and perform cardiac imaging per patient needs, including adult echocardiograms, TEE, and stress echocardiograms.
• Perform measurements and calculations according to policy and/or protocol.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent/supervision-free work

BLS certified

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

Echocardiography certificate

Cardiovascular Technology Ultrasound program

Job description

Description

Join St. Francis–Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women’s care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.

The sonographer provides clinical support and is responsible for performing all cardiac imaging as it pertains to patient needs. This includes but not limited to: Adult Echocardiograms, Transesophageal Echocardiograms (TEE) and Stress Echocardiograms. Performs measurements and calculations according to policy and/or protocol.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• X High school diploma or equivalent X Required
• Graduate of a formal Diagnostic Medical Sonography program, a certificate echocardiogram program or an accredited Cardiovascular Technology Ultrasound program.

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Certifications:
• New graduates must become registered by one of the following within one year of hire: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer/Registered Cardiac Sonographer through ARDMS or Registered through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Prior to becoming registered, you will work under the supervision of a registered sonographer. x Required for Registered Echo Tech position / Must obtain within one year of hire into Non Registered position
• BLS required