Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostic cardiac and/or vascular ultrasound procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct adult and/or pediatric cardiac ultrasound procedures including TEE and stress echo.
• Perform peripheral vascular procedures including arterial, renal, and transcranial Doppler studies.
• Review patient history, reports, and clinical data prior to procedures.
• Operate ultrasound equipment and ancillary devices to obtain optimal diagnostic imaging.
• Communicate abnormal or critical findings promptly to physicians and healthcare staff.
• Assist physicians during complex procedures in OR, Hybrid Lab, Cath Lab, and CAD including TAVR, SAVR, Tandem Heart, Lariet procedures, and pseudoaneurysm compression.
• Maintain accurate documentation, procedural tracking, charting, and charging data.
• Support departmental QA, accreditation, and educational activities.
• Ensure infection control, patient safety, and confidentiality standards are maintained.
• Collaborate effectively with physicians, surgeons, nurses, and healthcare staff.
• Schedule patients efficiently and assist with departmental cost containment initiatives.

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of Diagnostic Medical Ultrasound or Cardiac Ultrasound program preferred.

Required Certifications/Licensure:

• RDCS or RVT through ARDMS.
• RCS or RVS through CCI.
• BLS certification required.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 6 months of related cardiac/vascular ultrasound experience.
• Must have 2–3 years of overall experience.
• At least 1 year of previous traveler experience required.
• Ability to work independently and utilize critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication skills with physicians, surgeons, and healthcare teams.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with Impella, LVAD, Mitral Valve, TAVR, TEE, and Watchman procedures preferred.
• Experience assisting in advanced cardiac procedures preferred.