Senior Echo Technician - Cardiac Imaging

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks an Echocardiography Technician to perform diagnostic ultrasound tests in outpatient and inpatient settings. You will explain procedures, operate high-frequency echocardiogram equipment, and document results in the EMR with physician coordination.

Responsibilities include performing various echo modalities, managing IV access for contrast, and monitoring equipment. Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy and teamwork under supervision is required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent; ARDMS/RDCS accreditation or eligibility; current BLS required.
• Strong organizational and written and verbal communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of cardiac anatomy and its application to diagnostic evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Performs echocardiogram diagnostic tests from provider orders via EMR and documents results.
• Types of echocardiogram tests include m-mode, 2D, spectral Doppler, color Doppler, and stress echocardiograms.
• Places/removes peripheral IV for contrast administration or agitated saline when imaging criteria are met.
• Responds to STAT echo calls and Code Blues as required.
• Identifies abnormal/critical findings and notifies physicians as needed.
• Troubleshoots basic echocardiography techniques and ensures equipment readiness.
• Maintains clean, stocked testing rooms and proper documentation in the EMR.

Skills

Organizational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Cardiac anatomy

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health seeks an Echocardiography Technician to perform diagnostic ultrasound tests in outpatient and inpatient settings. You will explain procedures, operate high-frequency echocardiogram equipment, and document results in the EMR with physician coordination.

Responsibilities include performing various echo modalities, managing IV access for contrast, and monitoring equipment. Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy and teamwork under supervision is required.