Technologist Echo

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Medlinkhealth Anesthesia Associates is seeking a Temporary Echo Technologist in eastern Michigan to perform diagnostic adult echocardiography. The role involves operating non-invasive ultrasound equipment, capturing high-quality cardiac images, and supporting cardiologists with accurate diagnostic reporting.

The position requires 2+ years of Echocardiography experience, RDCS or RCS certification, and strong patient-care skills.

Qualifications

• RDCS or RCS certification is required.
• Minimum of 2 years echocardiography experience.
• Strong communication and patient-care skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform 2D, Doppler, and color flow echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac anatomy and function.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and archive scans within the PACS/EHR network.
• Prepare patients, explain procedures, and monitor status during testing.
• Summarize preliminary findings and promptly communicate critical values to supervising cardiologists.

Education

RDCS (AR DMS) or RCS (CCI)

Job description

Shift / Work Schedule: Day Shift (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM | 10 Hours/Day, 40 Hours/Week Guaranteed).

Weekend & Call Requirements: Weekend rotation (every 5th or 6th weekend) | On-call coverage required.

Position Overview & Clinical Scope:

An acute care hospital in eastern Michigan is seeking a Temporary Echo Technologist to perform diagnostic adult echocardiography procedures. The technologist operates non-invasive ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality cardiac images, evaluate heart chamber function, assess valvular performance, and support cardiologists with accurate diagnostic reporting.

Core Responsibilities & Technical Duties:

• Diagnostic Imaging: Perform 2D, Doppler, and color flow echocardiograms to evaluate cardiac anatomy, hemodynamics, and pathology.
• Equipment Management: Maintain and optimize ultrasound equipment, ensure proper image acquisition, and archive scans within the PACS/EHR network.
• Patient Care: Prepare and position patients, explain diagnostic procedures, and monitor patient status during testing.
• Clinical Collaboration: Summarize preliminary findings and communicate critical cardiac values promptly to supervising cardiologists and ordering physicians.

Candidate Submission & Qualification Requirements:

Certifications & Credentials:

• Primary Certification: Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) through ARDMS OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) through CCI [REQUIRED].

Experience & Attendance Policies:

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of 2 years of dedicated Echocardiogram Technologist experience [REQUIRED].
• Facility Attendance Policy: Strict three-strike attendance policy enforced. Unexcused absences, arrivals >20 minutes late, or unauthorized early departures result in formal attendance strikes.