Echocardiograph Tech
Position Overview
United Health Services (UHS) Chenango Memorial Hospital is seeking an Echo Tech to join our dedicated cardiology team. Under the guidance of the Medical Director of Cardiology and in a collaborative team environment, this role is responsible for performing cardiac diagnostic tests for both in-patient and out-patient care. Your expertise will directly support physicians in diagnosing and treating heart conditions, helping deliver timely, life-changing care.
Primary Department, Division, Or Unit
UHS Cardiology
Location: Norwich
Work Shift
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Compensation Range
$31.15 - $46.72 per hour, depending on experience
Sign-on Incentives
Experienced candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000.
Relocation Assistance
Available to qualified candidates.
Job Responsibilities
- Performs echocardiograms, exercise stress echocardiograms, and pharmacological stress echocardiograms
- Conducts routine stress tests, pharmacological stress tests, Holter monitor setups, and ECGs as needed
- Provides preliminary echocardiogram reports to the interpreting physician for review
- Reviews test orders for appropriate ICD-9 codes, logs procedures, and enters charges into the computer system
- Retrieves previous test results and images for comparison purposes
- Processes ECGs by pulling prior tracings, entering charges, and updating the Muse system with physician corrections to automated interpretations
- Aids in preparing final reports by correcting typographical errors, copying, distributing, and filing finalized documents
- Answers phones and schedules diagnostic cardiac testing appointments
- Obtains continuing education credits to maintain credentialing and stay current with industry standards
Position Qualifications
- Minimum Required: Graduate of an accredited program of Echocardiography or Cardiac Ultrasound or equivalent
- Preferred: One year experience in echocardiography
- Minimum Required: Registered Cardiac Sonographer by the American Registry of Diagnostic Sonography or equivalent
Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
- A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard.
- Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration.
- Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.
- Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best.
- Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.
- Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards.
- When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.
- Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads.
- We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.
- A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.
About United Health Services
United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, producing $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasting a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.