Echo Tech PRN

Northwest Healthcare; Sahuarita (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is seeking an Echo Technologist to perform diagnostic cardiac ultrasound studies with independent judgment, ensuring patient safety and comfort. You will obtain high-quality images and document findings for physician review, while collaborating with the care team to support accurate diagnosis.

The role requires 1–3 years of echocardiography experience, RDMS certification or equivalent, and BCLS within seven days of employment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of echocardiography or cardiac sonography experience.
• RDMS certification or equivalent accredited program required.
• BCLS certification within first 7 days of employment.
• Strong knowledge of 2-D, M-mode and Doppler imaging.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Perform echocardiographic studies including 2-D imaging, M-mode, and Doppler.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during exams.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and supplies.
• Document preliminary reports in EMR.
• Collaborate with cardiology team for timely interpretation.

Skills

Echocardiography imaging

2-D imaging

M-mode tracing

Doppler techniques

Patient safety

EMR documentation

Team collaboration

Education

RDMS – Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

BCLS – Basic Life Support

RDCS – Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer

RCS – Registered Cardiac Sonographer

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Echo Technologist performs a variety of diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures, using independent judgment to obtain clear and accurate images for physician evaluation. This role is responsible for ensuring patient safety, comfort, and accurate identification prior to procedures. The Echo Technologist collaborates with healthcare teams to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging and reports to support effective patient care.

Essential Functions

• Performs echocardiographic studies, including 2-D imaging, M-mode tracings, and Doppler recordings, adhering to departmental standards and physician guidelines.
• Assumes responsibility for patient safety and comfort throughout procedures, ensuring proper positioning and monitoring during exams.
• Acquires quality Stress Echo and Dobutamine images, adhering to benchmark standards, with post-exercise image acquisition within 60 seconds or less.
• Assists physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms (TEEs), ensuring optimal imaging and patient safety during the procedure.
• Prepares and maintains equipment, supplies, and work areas, ensuring they are organized and readily available for patient care.
• Accurately documents preliminary reports, procedural results, and patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR), maintaining confidentiality.
• Verifies patient identity, orders, and consents before conducting procedures, adhering to patient safety protocols.
• Collaborates with healthcare teams, providing information about patient conditions or changes during procedures to ensure timely evaluation and interpretation by reading cardiologists.
• Demonstrates competency in age-specific care, adapting imaging techniques to meet the physiological, emotional, and cognitive needs of each patient.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in echocardiography or cardiac sonography required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficiency in echocardiographic imaging, including 2-D, M-mode, and Doppler techniques.
• Strong understanding of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and disease processes to obtain accurate diagnostic images.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for patient interaction and collaboration with healthcare teams.
• Ability to operate ultrasound equipment safely and effectively, adhering to infection control and patient safety protocols.
• Competence in electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation and reporting.

Licenses and Certifications

• RDMS - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer or graduate of a program accredited by an agency recognized by CHEA, USDOE or CMA that specifically conducts programmatic accreditation for diagnostic medical sonography/diagnostic cardiac sonography/vascular technology required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support within first 7 days of employment required
• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer preferred or
• RCS - Registered Cardiac Sonographer preferred

Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is an 18-bed neighborhood hospital offering medical/surgical inpatient beds, two operating rooms and a 14-bed emergency room. Our focus is on providing safe, patient-centered care to our community and each employee is valued for their contribution, whether caring for patients or supporting the operations of the hospital. We're proud to be creating a fun, collaborative culture that encourages our team to do their best work. Northwest Medical Center Sahuarita is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.