Lead Echo Technologist – Cardiac Imaging Leader

CommonSpirit Health; Hot Springs (AR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Clinical ladder pay

Referral bonuses

Excellent benefits

Job summary

CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs seeks a Lead Echo Tech/Sonographer to perform diagnostic echocardiography and operate ultrasound equipment for high-quality cardiac imaging while ensuring patient comfort.

This role requires a strong grasp of cardiac anatomy, technical proficiency, and effective communication. The incumbent will train technicians as a preceptor; leadership experience is preferred. Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 and relocation assistance available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or technical school.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in cardiac sonography.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer or equivalent certifications within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic echocardiography procedures (M-Mode, 2D, color flow Doppler, stress echos, TEE), prep patients, report findings to physicians, and administer IV contrast as directed.
• Maintain and troubleshoot echo equipment, manage supplies, and track procedural logs and productivity.
• Coordinate care across clinics and hospitals, foster teamwork, and serve as a preceptor for training cardiovascular ultrasound technicians.
• Assist with policy updates, participate in capital budgeting, and support outreach program learning opportunities.
• Pursue ongoing education and maintain CME credits (10 CME hours/year or 30 every 3 years).

Skills

Cardiac imaging

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Preceptor training

Ultrasound equipment operation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Echo equipment

Job description

CHI St. Vincent Hot Springs seeks a Lead Echo Tech/Sonographer to perform diagnostic echocardiography and operate ultrasound equipment for high-quality cardiac imaging while ensuring patient comfort.

This role requires a strong grasp of cardiac anatomy, technical proficiency, and effective communication. The incumbent will train technicians as a preceptor; leadership experience is preferred. Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 and relocation assistance available.