Echocardiography Technologist

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 87,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a Diagnostic Imaging professional for the Milwaukee location. You will set up imaging equipment, position patients, and optimize technical parameters to perform routine and complex studies.

The role emphasizes clinical analysis, high-quality image submission to PACS, and strict adherence to safety and quality standards within a hospital environment. A strong emphasis on maintaining a safe and orderly department is included.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• CCI Cardiographic Tech credential within 6 months.
• ARDMS Sonography credentials within 6 months.
• ARRT Radiologic Technologist licensure as required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and adjust imaging equipment and transducers for routine and complex studies.
• Position patients accurately and select technical parameters.
• Recognize structures, pathology, and artifacts; ensure high-quality images and PACS submission.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly department and procedure rooms.

Skills

Patient positioning

Imaging parameter selection

Safety awareness

Quality documentation

Education

BLS Provider certification

CCI Cardiographic Tech credential

ARDMS Sonography credential

ARDMS Medical Sonography credential

ARDMS Vascular Sonography + CCI

ARRT Radiologic Technologist license + Wisconsin licensure

High School diploma or equivalent + experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI

• Facility: Columbia St. Maryâs

• Department: Diagnostic Cardiology

• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Diagnostic Imaging Operations: Set up and adjust imaging equipment and transducers to perform routine and complex studies, accurately positioning patients and selecting technical parameters.

• Clinical Analysis & Quality: Recognize significant anatomical structures, pathology, and artifacts while ensuring high-quality image and document submission to PACS.

• Safety & Compliance: Implement safety standards and quality control procedures to ensure all activities strictly comply with regulatory agency requirements.

• Environment & Maintenance: Assist in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly department, including procedure rooms, storage areas, and dressing rooms.

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.

• 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 Vascular Sonography credentialed from the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) and from the Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Radiologic Technologist specializing in Radiography credentialed from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date. General Radiography is also required in addition to any specialty. State Radiology Technologist licensure issued by Wisconsin Radiography Examining Board required 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's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

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

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 99,000+ 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.

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.

Min Salary: 41.66

Max Salary 58.07