Echo Technologist

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Wellbeing support

Paid time off & disability

401(k) match

Education assistance

Fertility and family building benefits

Job summary

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital is seeking an Echo Technologist to perform diagnostic cardiac ultrasound and deliver high-quality imaging for physician interpretation. You will work with cardiology and nursing staff to ensure accurate studies and patient education.

The role requires RDCS or RCS certification, BLS, and strong knowledge of heart anatomy and ultrasound principles. Join our Heart & Vascular team at Trident Hospital in Charleston.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent cardiovascular ultrasound training.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and ultrasound imaging principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) according to established protocols.
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images for physician interpretation.
• Evaluate image quality and adjust to optimize studies.
• Document examination findings and complete required records.
• Prepare patients for procedures and provide education on testing.
• Recognize and communicate critical findings to the healthcare team.
• Maintain equipment and ensure QA standards are met.
• Support accreditation and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrate commitment to patient safety and exceptional service.

Skills

Echocardiography

Cardiac anatomy

Ultrasound image optimization

Clinical assessment

Education

Accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program

RDCS or RCS certification

BLS certification

Job description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as an Echo Technologist? At HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed resources to support our incredible team members and provide opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Echo Technologist to join our Heart & Vascular team. If you are passionate about providing exceptional patient care and delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging services, we encourage you to apply today.

Job Summary And Qualifications

The Echo Technologist performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound procedures to assist physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. This role requires strong technical skills, clinical judgment, and exceptional patient care abilities while working collaboratively with cardiologists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals.

What you will do:

• Perform transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE) according to established protocols
• Obtain high-quality diagnostic images for physician interpretation
• Evaluate image quality and make necessary adjustments to optimize studies
• Accurately document examination findings and complete required records
• Prepare patients for procedures and provide education regarding testing
• Recognize and communicate critical findings to the appropriate healthcare team members
• Maintain equipment and ensure compliance with quality assurance standards
• Support accreditation and regulatory requirements
• Demonstrate commitment to patient safety, satisfaction, and exceptional service

Position Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or equivalent cardiovascular ultrasound training
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and ultrasound imaging principles

Why HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital?

Trident Hospital is a leading healthcare provider serving the Lowcountry and surrounding communities. As part of HCA Healthcare, one of the nation's leading healthcare systems, we are committed to delivering high-quality patient care while fostering a culture where colleagues feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow.

Why Charleston?

Charleston offers an unmatched coastal lifestyle with beautiful beaches, historic charm, thriving culinary experiences, and year-round outdoor recreation. Enjoy a rewarding career while living in one of South Carolina's most sought-after destinations.

Benefits

HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Trident Health is a 445-bed HCA Healthcare hospital system comprised of two acute care hospitals, HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital and HCA HealthCare Summerville Hospital and three freestanding emergency departments, Brighton Park Emergency, Moncks Corner Medical Center and Centre Pointe Emergency.

We provide care to nearly 375,000 South Carolina Low country residents each year. Every day Trident Health's more than 2,600 employees, more than 500 physicians and more than 130 volunteers are dedicated to fulfilling our mission.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.