Job Description

Job Title: Cardiac Sonographer / Echo Tech
Duration: 13 weeks contract (Extendable)
Work Location: Cooperstown, NY
Shift Timing: 5x8 Days — 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Pay:

• Travel rate: $2,920 weekly (includes stipend)
• Local rate: $2,600 weekly

Requirements:

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree from an accredited Cardiac Diagnostic Sonography program (2-year program)
• Registry eligible for Adult Echocardiography through ARDMS
• RCS certification eligible through CCI
• CPR certification required
• Must be able to respond to on-call within 1 hour

On-Call Requirements:

• Every 5th weekend (Friday to Monday)
• One night per week
• Occasional holiday coverage

Required Skills & Experience:

• Proficient in Adult Transthoracic Echocardiography (TTE): inpatient portable and outpatient exams
• Experience with Structural Heart imaging protocols
• Skilled in the use of ultrasound contrast and agitated saline
• Competent in Adult Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE), including high-level disinfection (HLD) of TEE probes
• Experience with Adult Stress Echocardiography (STE)

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Pediatric Echocardiography experience
• Familiarity with EPIC Electronic Medical Records

Equipment Used:

• Philips EPIQ Ultrasound System

Responsibilities:

• Perform high-quality echocardiographic studies in various clinical settings (inpatient, outpatient, portable)
• Prepare, position, and explain procedures to patients
• Operate ultrasound equipment and ensure accurate image acquisition
• Handle TEE probe cleaning and disinfection following HLD protocols
• Accurately document findings and maintain records using EMR systems
• Collaborate with cardiologists and care teams to support diagnostic accuracy
• Participate in call rotations and provide prompt responses to emergent studies

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