Echo Technologist

Summary

• Independently, or under the direct supervision of a physician, performs Echocardiography and/or vascular ultrasound/sonography procedures consistent with the established standard of medical care in ultrasound/sonography, following policies and protocols using established anatomical positioning and physiology to produce optimum sonographic imaging, while keeping patient welfare, confidentiality and comfort a top priority.

Job Requirements

• Education Required: Graduate or graduation eligible (successful completion of all didactic courses and clinical competencies – not able to walk until next graduation date) of an approved school of medical sonography. Experience may be substituted for applicants that have not successfully completed a formal education program in medical sonography (see “Experience”).
• Experience Required: One year dedicated ultrasound experience OR No experience required with fulfillment of education requirement Preferred: Two years dedicated sonography imaging experience
• Skills Strong analytical/problem solving skills. Knowledge of current diagnostic technical information. Proficient in using computers and computer systems. Excellent time management, interpersonal, presentation, organization, prioritizing, decision-making, and planning skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration Required: (PE)(RDCS) or (PE)(RDMS) or (AE)(RDCS) or (AE)(RDMS) or (RCS)(CCI) or ARDMS (AB), (OB/GY) or RVT before start date. Required: Must obtain BLS within 90 days of hire date Preferred: Echo registry within 1 year of graduation from cardiac ultrasound program or within 2 years of cross training start date

Additional Information Job Benefits & Perks!

• Tuition reimbursement up to $1200 per year

• Additional Educational Assistance programs available

• Health/Dental/Vision

• Retirement with employer match

• 20% tuition discount on most classes at Cox College

• On-site Daycare with extended hours, holidays and weekends

• Employee Discount at CoxHealth Fitness Centers

• Pharmacy delivery to your unit

• On-site Employee Health services

• Opportunity to earn referral bonuses of up to $5,000 per hire for certain positions

• 1906 Employee Store

• Cafeteria discount