- Salary
- $40 – $60/hr
- Location
- Springfield, Vermont, US
- Type
- Temporary
- Source
- BetterTeam
Description
Shift: 8-Hour Days | Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM or 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM (No 10 or 12-hour shifts).
Weekend / Call Requirements: No standard weekends or call required (Call rate: $4.00/hr if applicable).
Position Summary:
An outpatient/inpatient facility in Southern Vermont is seeking a contract Cardiac Sonographer to perform routine and sub-specialty echocardiography exams (including stress echo and transesophageal echocardiography) using 2D, color Spectral Doppler, and M-mode imaging. The ideal candidate functions independently, synthesizes complex patient histories, and maintains patient safety throughout testing.
Key Responsibilities & Operational Expectations:
- Perform independent cardiac diagnostic imaging and consult with ordering/interpreting physicians on unusual findings.
- Perform or be willing to cross-train for vascular examinations.
- Safely transfer, move, and lift patients, equipment, and supplies as required.
- Operate facility Hospital Information Systems (HIS) and Clinical Information Systems (CIS).
- Maintain working knowledge of clinical emergency equipment (oxygen tanks, suction apparatus, etc.).
- Complete an 8-hour non-billable orientation upon start.
Position Requirements:
- Experience: 2+ years of recent Cardiac/Echo Sonographer experience [Required]. Vascular experience [Preferred].
- Certifications:
- Active ARDMS (RDCS) or CCI (RCS) credential [Required].
- RVT (ARDMS) or RVS (CCI) certification [Preferred].
- Active AHA or ARC BLS certification [Required].
- Transport: Must possess a reliable personal vehicle.
- Locality Restriction: Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are ineligible for this travel contract. Permanent home address must be verified at submittal.
Holiday & Schedule Commitments:
- Holiday Rotation: Travelers must be available to work at least TWO of the following holiday blocks if scheduled:
- Thanksgiving Day / Friday after / Weekend after.
- Christmas Eve through Christmas Day / Weekend after.
- New Year's Eve through New Year's Day / Weekend after.
- Requested Time Off (RTO): Maximum of 5 days total RTO allowed. All requested time off MUST be submitted up front with the candidate profile. No RTO will be approved during/after the interview process.
Submission & Profile Requirements:
- Updated Work History.
- Permanent Home Address.
- Echo Tech Skills Checklist (completed within the last 12 months).
- 1 Supervisory Signed Reference (from within the past 2 years).
- Copy of Active ARDMS/CCI Card and AHA BLS Certification.
- All verified RTO dates clearly listed at submittal.
Skills
BLS
