ECHO Technologist

Plan A Health; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan A Health is seeking a skilled cardiovascular sonographer to perform high-quality echocardiography on adult patients, including two-dimensional imaging and Doppler assessments. You will support stress testing and assist with transesophageal studies when required, collaborating with cardiologists to correlate imaging findings with clinical data.

The ideal candidate will hold ARDMS or CCI certification within one year and a BLS credential within 30 days, with a solid background in sonography

Qualifications

• ARDMS or CCI certification within one year; BLS certification within 30 days.
• Educational background in Sonography or a related field.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, imaging artifacts, and clinical procedures.
• Proficiency in echocardiographic techniques, patient positioning, and data interpretation.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and within a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct two-dimensional ultrasound studies and utilize Doppler techniques to evaluate cardiac structure and function.
• Identify EKG abnormalities, assess blood flow, and estimate severity of valvular issues.
• Operate ultrasound equipment, select transducers, and capture images from multiple views.
• Assist with stress tests, monitor responses, and interpret results.
• Communicate with cardiologists, document procedures, and maintain quality control.
• Participate in mobile and regional echo services, troubleshoot equipment, and adhere to protocols.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and cross-training in related ultrasound disciplines.

Skills

Two-dimensional ultrasound

Doppler techniques

Cardiac anatomy knowledge

Imaging artifacts

Data interpretation

Organizational skills

Independent and team work

Education

Sonography-related education

New graduates welcome

Tools

Ultrasound equipment operation

Job description

Role Overview: This position involves performing high-quality echocardiography procedures on adult patients, including ultrasound imaging of the heart and great vessels, stress testing assistance, and transesophageal echocardiograms. The role requires recognizing abnormalities, understanding imaging techniques, and correlating clinical data to support diagnosis.

Responsibilities Include

• Conducting two-dimensional ultrasound studies and utilizing doppler techniques to evaluate cardiac structure and function.
• Identifying EKG abnormalities, assessing blood flow, and estimating severity of valvular issues.
• Operating ultrasound equipment, selecting appropriate transducers, and capturing optimal images from multiple views.
• Assisting with stress tests, monitoring patient responses, and interpreting results accurately.
• Communicating with cardiologists, documenting procedures, and maintaining quality control.
• Participating in mobile and regional echo services, troubleshooting equipment, and adhering to protocols.
• Engaging in ongoing professional development, quality improvement activities, and cross-training in related ultrasound disciplines.

Qualifications & Skills

• ARDMS or CCI certification within one year; BLS certification within 30 days.
• Educational background in Sonography or a related field; accepting new graduates.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, imaging artifacts, and clinical procedures.
• Proficiency in echocardiographic techniques, patient positioning, and data interpretation.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and within a team.