Echocardiography Technologist

Luminis Health; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 45,460 - 60,614; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Referral Bonus

Holidays & Disability

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance

Job summary

Luminis Health in Annapolis, MD seeks a skilled echocardiography tech to perform echocardiograms using specialized equipment, capture high-quality images, and report findings to support accurate diagnoses. You will explain procedures to patients, ensure comfort, and comply with safety standards.

The position requires completion of an accredited echo course, professional certification or equivalent experience, and a commitment to radiation safety and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited echo course.
• Certification or 3 years of echocardiology experience with ability to perform and preliminarily interpret studies.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Echocardiograms throughout the Medical Center, including patient rooms and the emergency department.
• Explain the procedure to patients, provide instructions, and ensure accuracy and comfort.
• Assess data reflecting patient status and interpret information to identify patient needs.
• Recognize artifacts, troubleshoot minor equipment issues, and maintain image quality.
• Process images per policies and enter data (charges, logbook, schedule functions).
• Practice radiation safety and ensure compliance by staff and students.
• Obtain pertinent clinical data and analyze, process, and report outcomes in a timely manner.

Education

Completion of an accredited echo course

Certification or 3 years of experience with specialized training in echocardiology

Job description

Position Objective

Performs echocardiographic procedures, using special equipment, to measure, calculate, and report pertinent patient data to facilitate accurate diagnostic outcomes.

Essential Job Duties

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Conduct Echocardiograms as requested throughout the Medical Center, including all patient rooms and the emergency department.
• Explain the procedure to patients, providing instructions and direct care to ensure accuracy and patient comfort.
• Assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information to identify each patient’s needs.
• Recognize artifacts, eliminate probable sources, and troubleshoot minor equipment problems.
• Consistently meet department standards for RVUs while maintaining quality work.
• Process images acquired from different modalities according to established policies and procedures.
• Perform data entry related to procedures, including charges pick lists, logbook entries, and schedule functions to ensure corporate compliance.
• Practice radiation safety and ensure compliance by other staff and students.
• Obtain pertinent clinical data relevant to procedures performed.
• Analyze, process, and report outcomes in a timely manner.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited echo course.
• Certification or 3 years of experience with specialized training in echocardiology, with the ability to perform, measure, and preliminarily interpret echocardiographic studies.

Required License/Certifications

• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS CPR certification, obtained within 90 days of hire.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands

Employees in this position may be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens.

Physical Demands – Heavy

Physical demands and work environment described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Pay Range

$33—$44.38 USD

Luminis Health Benefits Overview

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan with employer match for employees who work more than 1000 hours in a calendar year
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Paid Holidays, Disability, and Life/AD&D for full-time employees
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Programs and more
• Benefit offerings based on employment status