Mobile Pediatric and Adult Sonographer (Echo) - Per Diem

Hawthorne Health; Charleston (WV); Remote; USD 83,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

Hawthorne Health is seeking an on-the-road echocardiography technologist to perform home visits across the Charleston area and surrounding regions. You will transport and set up portable ultrasound equipment, explain procedures, and obtain informed cooperation from patients of all ages.

The role requires RDCS/RCS or AE certification, 3+ years of sonography experience in both adult and pediatric populations, and BLS.

Qualifications

• RDCS from ARDMS or RCS from CCI is required.
• AE certification in Adult echocardiography required; Pediatric (PE) not required but a plus.
• 3+ years of recent echocardiography experience in adults and pediatrics.
• BLS certification required.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; willing to travel locally/regionally.
• Access to a personal computer and reliable internet; tech-savvy and self-sufficient with digital tools.
• Ability to work independently in non-traditional settings.
• Excellent patient communication and bedside manner.
• Adaptability in dynamic, field-based environments.
• Time management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Travel to patient homes to conduct visits.
• Transport and set up portable ultrasound equipment.
• Explain procedures and obtain informed cooperation from participants.
• Perform echocardiograms per protocol on adult and pediatric patients.
• Monitor patient comfort and safety during imaging.
• Follow sponsor and protocol-specific imaging guidelines.
• Ensure accurate image acquisition and proper labeling for cardiology review.
• Complete preliminary report with measurements and sonographer comments.
• Maintain high-quality standards consistent with ASE Standards.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of imaging equipment.

Skills

RDCS/RCS certification

AE certification

3+ years sonography experience

BLS Certification

Driver's license

Self-sufficient with digital tools

Independent field work

Patient communication

Time management

Tools

Ultrasound equipment operation

Job description

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING | THE ROLE

• Travel to patient homes to conduct visits

• Transport and set up portable ultrasound equipment

• Explain procedures and obtain informed cooperation from participant

• Perform echocardiograms per protocol on adult and pediatric patients

• Monitor patient comfort and safety during imaging

• Follow sponsor and protocol-specific imaging guidelines

• Ensure accurate image acquisition and proper labeling for cardiology review

• Complete preliminary report with measurements and sonographer comments

• Maintain high-quality standards consistent with ASE Standards

• Perform basic troubleshooting of imaging equipment

WHAT YOU BRING | REQUIREMENTS

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer(RDCS)from ARDMS,or Registered Cardiac Sonographer(RCS)from CCI.

• Certification in Adult (AE) is required, Pediatric (PE) certification not required but a plus

• 3+ years of recent sonography experience,in both adult and pediatrics

• Basic Life Support(BLS)

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation and willingness to travel locally/regionally

• Access to a personal computer and reliable internet required; Tech savvy andself sufficientwith digital tools

• Ability to work independently in non-traditional settings

• Excellent patient communication and bedside manner

• Adaptability in dynamic, field-based environments

• Time management and organizational skills

$450 - $600 a day

Rate of pay is per visit, not per day.