Echo Tech (2026-0802)

Location: VMC Main Campus, Renton, WA. Department: Cardiology – Echocardiology. Shift: Days. Employment type: OC / PD. FTE: 0. Hours: Varies. Salary range: $52.52–$82.25 per hour (DOE).

Job Overview

Responsible for performing transthoracic and stress echocardiograms, assisting physicians with transesophageal echocardiograms, and ensuring quality test results to aid diagnosis of cardiac disorders.

Requirements

• RDCS or ARDMS Certification in Cardiac Sonography.
• Current BLS certification (required).
• ACLS certification (preferred).
• Two years of experience in echocardiographic imaging (preferred).

Qualifications

• Ability to calculate complex formulas involving ratios and percentages using the metric system.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations.
• Clear and legible writing skills.
• Effective presentation of information and response to questions from physicians, patients, staff, vendors, and the public.
• Ability to explain complex concepts calmly and clearly.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, considering a wide variety of variables.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

Requires frequent changes in priorities due to patient care and hospital needs, with constant interruptions. Infrequent lifting of 40–50 lb, occasional lifting up to 150 lb, frequent sitting, standing, and walking. Ability to travel to other work locations as needed. Must follow OSHA and state health department safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate echocardiography ultrasound equipment to produce high‑quality test results.
• Assist cardiologists with transesophageal echocardiograms.
• Independently perform transthoracic and stress echocardiograms on adult and geriatric patients.
• Monitor and address patient care needs for adult and geriatric patients.
• Provide patient education appropriate to each individual.
• Maintain open communication with cardiologists and other staff.
• Perform routine cleaning and quality checks on echocardiography equipment.
• Maintain an orderly and clean work area.
• Complete test results, ensure quality standards, and deliver results to cardiologists promptly.
• Follow department policies, protocols, and safety procedures.

Pay

Salary range: $52.52–$82.25 per hour, dependent on experience.

Schedule

Days shift; work hours vary.