Sr Echocardiography Technol

About the Role

The Sr. Echocardiography Technologist will perform a variety of technical and research responsibilities related to the Cardiology Echo Laboratory at the Children’s National Heart Institute. This role is part of an interdisciplinary team providing family-centered care for patients ranging from fetal life through adulthood.

Responsibilities

• Echocardiogram Procedures: Independently perform echos on complex patients with congenital heart disease in inpatient and outpatient settings; perform fetal echos; handle all required modalities for standard/research echos according to protocol.
• Holter Monitor & EKG: Perform Holter monitor hook-ups and EKGs as needed.
• Analysis: Utilize on-line and/or offline analysis systems effectively; strive for accuracy and quality in echo studies.
• Records & Billing: Ensure all pertinent patient information is obtained; create and bill studies completely and accurately.
• Research Activities: Assist physicians/fellows with research; collect pertinent information; support telemedicine, 3D echo, and contrast studies.
• Equipment & Supplies: Maintain equipment and supplies; keep echo machines and probes clean; ensure workstations are neat and orderly.
• Regional Outpatient Centers: Perform echos, EKGs, and Holter monitors efficiently; manage heavy volume; work well with physicians, nurses, and families.
• Training & Guidance: Instruct and guide junior techs/fellows on echoing complex patients, obtaining quality studies, and using echo machines and systems.
• On-Call Responsibilities: Participate reliably in on-call duties; collaborate with cardiologists.

Requirements

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma/GED (Required) AND Graduate of an approved school of Echocardiography (Required)
• Minimum Experience: 1 year full-time dedicated pediatric experience in an echo laboratory directed by a board-certified pediatric cardiologist (Required); 3 years of prior cardiology experience (Preferred)
• Certifications/Licensure:
  • Registered or registry eligible by the Cardiovascular Technology Society (Required)
  • OR American Registry of Diagnostic Cardiac/Medical Sonographers (Required)
  • Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) (Required)
• Skills/Knowledge:
  • Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical/Cardiac Sonography (ARDMS)
  • Registered in Pediatrics, or Registered by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) as a Congenital Cardiac Sonographer
  • Demonstrate respect, sensitivity, patience, and self-control

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, prescription, infertility, and transgender health services.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation accrual from day one, sick leave, holidays, and a personal day.
• Financial wellness support, including a 401(k) plan and healthcare and dependent care spending accounts.
• Employer-paid life, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage, with optional supplemental plans.
• Additional perks, including tuition assistance, fitness resources, employee assistance, commuter benefits, and more.

Pay

$48.93 - $97.04

Why Join Us

• Nationally Recognized Excellence: Consistently ranked among the Top 10 Children’s Hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
• Leading Pediatric Care: One of the largest and most comprehensive children’s hospitals in the country, offering nationally ranked specialties and cutting-edge treatments.
• Innovation & Research: A premier academic medical center with a strong commitment to pediatric research, education, and advancing the future of child health.
• Mission-Driven Culture: Dedicated to providing family-centered care while fostering a collaborative, supportive environment for clinical teams.

Children's National Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. The disclosed salary range includes the minimum and maximum rates within which Children’s National believes an individual’s base pay rate will fall for this position. The exact pay rate will be based on factors such as market conditions, organizational needs, and the individual’s qualifications. This range does not include our comprehensive benefits package or additional compensation.