Senior Echocardiography Technician - Cardiac Imaging

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an Echocardiography Technician with advanced knowledge of thoracic anatomy and cardiovascular imaging to deliver high-quality echocardiography services.

You will perform complex imaging, Doppler assessments, and data recording while adhering to VA and national standards. Responsibilities include supervising staff, training, coordinating schedules, and ensuring safe patient care.

Qualifications

• Citizen status per VA policy; grandfathering option for current VA employees
• English language proficiency required
• Certification/registration preferred (CCI RDCS or ARDMS RDCS)
• Knowledge of JCAHO and regulatory requirements
• Ability to communicate with staff at varying levels
• Ability to supervise staff and develop training programs

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage time effectively; exercise independent judgment
• Provide echocardiography services and maintain ethical standards
• Perform complex echocardiography procedures and data collection
• Coordinate appointments and workload per patient needs
• Prepare patients, apply electrodes, and acquire ECGs and Doppler data

Skills

Communication skills

Supervisory ability

Ethical judgment

Independence

Time management

Education

No specific education requirements

Tools

Echocardiography equipment

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks an Echocardiography Technician with advanced knowledge of thoracic anatomy and cardiovascular imaging to deliver high-quality echocardiography services.

You will perform complex imaging, Doppler assessments, and data recording while adhering to VA and national standards. Responsibilities include supervising staff, training, coordinating schedules, and ensuring safe patient care.