Weekend Echo Technologist – Impactful Cardiovascular Care

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; Germantown (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Part time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur is seeking a PRN Echo Technologist for weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday) with potential weekday hours. The Echocardiographer performs echocardiograms including Doppler and 2-D imaging, working independently without a cardiologist.

Candidates should hold a Diagnostic Medical Sonography credential and may be required to obtain Cardiac Sonography certifications. A strong focus on patient care and teamwork is essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Diagnostic Medical Sonography.
• Preferred - Technical Degree or Diploma Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography.
• No prior work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine, emergency, Doppler, and special Echo procedures without cardiology supervision.
• Prepares patients and assesses acoustical factors for quality imaging.
• Explains procedures and answers questions from patients.
• Identifies cardiac abnormalities and extends the exam scope as needed.
• Participates in departmental meetings and quality monitoring activities.
• Maintains equipment and adheres to hospital policies.

Skills

Echo competency

Crisis management

Verbal communication

Independent judgement

Task organization

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Technical Degree or Diploma Diagnostic Cardiac Sonography

No prior work experience (preferred)

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur is seeking a PRN Echo Technologist for weekend coverage (Saturday and Sunday) with potential weekday hours. The Echocardiographer performs echocardiograms including Doppler and 2-D imaging, working independently without a cardiologist.

Candidates should hold a Diagnostic Medical Sonography credential and may be required to obtain Cardiac Sonography certifications. A strong focus on patient care and teamwork is essential in this role.