Echocardiography Technologist

Ascension Health; Lebanon (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Legal & pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a skilled Cardiac Imaging Technologist for the Lebanon, TN location. You will perform complex diagnostic echocardiography, ensure patient comfort, and collaborate with radiologists to provide high-quality data for diagnoses.

The role requires licensure/certification in relevant sonography fields, strong safety practices, and the ability to operate PACS systems. Join a team committed to compassionate care and professional development.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date or transfer date.
• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from CCI within 6 months of hire date or transfer date.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist specializing in Sonography credentialed within 6 months of hire date or transfer date.
• ARDMS Cardiac Sonographer credentialed within 6 months of hire date or transfer date.
• ARDMS Medical Sonographer credentialed within 6 months of hire date or transfer date.
• CCI Sonography Tech/Cardiac credentialed within 6 months of hire date or transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex diagnostic imaging studies with transducers and precise parameters to capture clear images.
• Identify pathologies and anatomical structures in real time for radiologists.
• Guide patients through exams with clear communication and comfort.
• Validate image quality and patient history in PACS for rapid access to records.
• Maintain safety and quality control to meet regulatory standards.

Skills

Patient positioning

Communication

Image optimization

Safety compliance

Education

Associate's degree / Technical degree

High School diploma equivalency

Tools

PACS

Ultrasound equipment

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Lebanon, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Heart

Department: Imaging | Echocardiography

Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Perform complex diagnostic imaging studies by skillfully maneuvering transducers and selecting precise technical parameters to capture the clearest possible clinical picture.

• Identify critical pathologies and anatomical structures in real-time to provide radiologists with the high-quality data necessary for life-saving diagnoses.

• Guide patients through their exams by ensuring comfortable positioning and clear communication, maintaining a safe and empathetic environment throughout the procedure.

• Optimize the diagnostic workflow by meticulously validating image quality and patient history in PACS, ensuring the medical team has immediate access to accurate records.

• Uphold rigorous safety and quality control standards to ensure every procedure complies with regulatory requirements and provides the highest level of patient protection.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• One or more of the following required:

• Cardiographic Tech credentialed from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Sonography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Cardiac Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Medical Sonographer credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Sonography Tech specializing in Cardiac credentialed from the Cardiovascular CredentialingInternational (CCI) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.