Echo Vascular Technologist

Catholic Health Initiatives; Lufkin (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in East Texas is seeking an Echo Vascular Technologist to perform ultrasound examinations and assist in diagnosing vascular disorders. This role offers a competitive salary, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and comprehensive benefits including health insurance and tuition assistance for career growth.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Assistance for career growth

Matching Retirement Programs

Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Successfully passed the Echocardiography Registry Exam.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or Registered Cardiac Sonographer required.
• 1 year related experience in an Echo/Vascular Laboratory preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform ultrasound examinations of cerebral, peripheral, and abdominal vessels.
• Calculate, measure, and document relevant values on tests.
• Maintain the vascular laboratory quality assurance database.

Skills

Ultrasound examinations

Communication

Patient care

Education

HS/GED

Associate degree in a related field

Job description

**Responsibilities**

Under general supervision, the Echo Vascular Technologist is responsible for performing ultrasound examinations of the cerebral, peripheral, and abdominal vessels to assist physicians in diagnosing disorders affecting circulation, following established practices and procedures.

**Essential Key Job Responsibilities**

1. Produce two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and Doppler flow analyses of the heart and related structures using ultrasound equipment for physician diagnosis of heart disease and study of the heart.
2. Calculate, measure, and document relevant values on tests for review and interpretation by physicians.
3. Perform diagnostic carotid arterial and venous studies of upper and lower extremities, as well as venous studies for patients with suspected peripheral vascular disease, following ICAVL guidelines.
4. Explain procedures to patients to obtain cooperation and reduce anxiety.
5. Review test results with interpreting physicians.
6. Communicate with physicians, managers, and co-workers about changes in patient’s clinical conditions during echocardiograms.
7. Conduct vascular laboratory studies according to protocols.
8. Maintain the vascular laboratory quality assurance database.
9. May perform therapeutic procedures such as peripheral compression.
10. Prepare and maintain operational logs.
11. Schedule vascular laboratory studies appropriately to meet clinical needs.
12. Calibrate and maintain equipment; order supplies as needed.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**

**Education Required**

• HS/GED
• Successfully passed the Echocardiography Registry Exam

**Preferred**

• Associate degree in a related field

**Licensure/Certification Required**

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (only one required)

**Preferred**

• Registered Vascular Technologist
• Registered Vascular Sonographer

**Experience Required**

• None

**Preferred**

• 1 year related experience in an Echo/Vascular Laboratory

**Overview**

**We are offering a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus to new hires who meet the eligibility requirements.**

St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital in Lufkin, TX, leads in quality healthcare in East Texas, with facilities in Lufkin, Livingston, and San Augustine, providing over a quarter of a million patient services annually. Our hospital is a collaboration between St. Luke’s Health and specialized physicians in Cardiology, Sports Medicine, Orthopedics, Total Joint Replacement, and Spine Care.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the merger of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With over 700 care sites nationwide, including clinics, hospitals, home-based, and virtual care, CommonSpirit aims to serve nearly one in four U.S. residents. Our mission is to build healthy communities, advocate for the vulnerable, and innovate healthcare delivery inside and outside hospitals.

**We offer the following benefits:**

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth
• Matching Retirement Programs
• Wellness Programs

**Pay Range:** $29.02 - $42.08/hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.