Echo Technologist

Community Health Systems; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an Echo/ Vascular Technologist at Merit Health Wesley in Mississippi. The role performs diagnostic ultrasound and vascular imaging to evaluate heart and vascular function, supporting multiple departments and ensuring timely diagnostic results for patient care planning.

Requirements include RDCS or RVT certification and BCLS, with 0–1 years of echocardiography/vascular imaging experience.

Qualifications

• RDCS or RVT certification required
• BCLS certification required
• 0-1 years experience in echocardiography/vascular imaging

Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiograms and vascular ultrasound procedures per protocol
• Operates ultrasound equipment safely and maintains cleanliness
• Records preliminary findings for physician interpretation
• Collaborates with healthcare teams to coordinate patient care
• Ensures patient safety and comfort during procedures
• Documents procedures and findings in EMR
• Assists in scheduling, preparing, and positioning patients
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Maintains reliable attendance
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Communication

Imaging equipment handling

EMR software

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.

• Future Security – 401(k) with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.

• Student Loan Support – Up to $10,000 repayment assistance , because we invest in your future.

• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.

Role: Echo/ Vascular Technologist

Location: Merit Health Wesley

Schedule: Full-Time Days

Job Summary

The Echo/Vascular Technologist performs diagnostic ultrasound and vascular imaging procedures to evaluate the structure and function of the heart and vascular system. This role supports patient care across multiple departments, ensuring accurate and timely diagnostic results that aid in patient treatment planning.

Essential Functions

• Performs echocardiograms and vascular ultrasound procedures, following protocols to ensure high-quality diagnostic imaging.

• Operates ultrasound equipment safely, maintaining cleanliness and ensuring functionality for optimal use in patient assessments.

• Conducts preliminary evaluations and records findings, providing comprehensive data for physician interpretation.

• Collaborates with healthcare providers across departments, facilitating the coordination of patient care and timely delivery of diagnostic results.

• Ensures patient safety and comfort during procedures, adhering to age-specific care considerations and maintaining a respectful approach.

• Documents procedures and findings accurately in electronic medical records (EMR), ensuring compliance with department standards and regulatory requirements.

• Assists in scheduling, preparing, and positioning patients for imaging, ensuring proper patient identification and verification of orders.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in echocardiography and/or vascular imaging required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic understanding of echocardiography and vascular imaging techniques.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with patients, physicians, and healthcare staff.

• Ability to handle imaging equipment safely and accurately.

• Good organizational skills with attention to detail in documentation and patient care.

• Proficiency in using EMR systems and diagnostic imaging software.

Licenses and Certifications

• RDCS - Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer required or

• RVT - Registered Vascular Technologist required

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required

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Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.