Team Lead Echo Tech, Full-Time, Days

Marshall Medical Centers; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Decatur Morgan Hospital is seeking a Lead Echo Technologist to perform echocardiography, ensure equipment quality, and train staff. The role includes department coverage and scheduling to support cardiovascular diagnostics.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, ARDMS/CCI registry if possible, and BLS certification, with 2+ years of experience in ultrasound.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED; CCI or ARDMS registry preferred; BLS certification.
• Experience: minimum 2+ years in ultrasound/echo procedures.
• Leadership duties include training, staff education and department coverage.

Responsibilities

• Select appropriate ultrasound equipment for echocardiogram procedures.
• Monitor ultrasound signals and document permanent records of exams.
• Consult with physicians on data collection and critical results.
• Operate and inspect equipment; report malfunctions daily.
• Collaborate with healthcare team on patient information and interventions.
• Perform quality tests for equipment and procedures for staff.
• Lead staff training to improve echo study quality; assist with audits.

Skills

2+ years experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

CCI/ARDMS registry preferred

BLS certified

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Job Summary:

Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Demonstrates through behavior Decatur Morgan Hospital’s mission, vision and values. Performs ultrasound examinations of the heart and vessels to assist the physician in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the cardiovascular system. Lead echo technologist will perform quality tests for equipment, procedures, and other technologists. Lead Technologist will assist with echo training, staff education, department coverage, and scheduling.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions

1. Knowledgeable of and selects appropriate ultrasound equipment for echocardiogram procedures
2. Monitors sound waves for quality of ultrasonic patterns and documents on appropriate media to obtain a permanent record of examination
3. Consults with physicians as required regarding collection of test data and critical test results
4. Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly. Inspects equipment daily to ensure it is operating effectively. Reports malfunctions
5. Collaborates effectively with other members of the healthcare team concerning pertinent patient information and interventions needed.
6. Perform quality tests for equipment, procedures, and other technologists
7. Strive to improve the quality of echo studies by staff training and education
8. Perform chart audits, statistics, quality, and other duties assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required:

Education: High school diploma or GED. Registry by CCI or ARDMS preferred. BLS certified

Experience: 2+ years of Experience