Echocardiography Technician

ECU Health

About The Outer Banks Hospital

The Outer Banks Hospital is a full-service critical access hospital offering a wide range of inpatient and outpatient services. The 21-bed facility is designed to meet the needs of the coastal community, whose year-round population of approximately 35,000 swells to about 350,000 in the summer season. Its campus includes four ORs, a medical/surgical unit, a labor & delivery suite with a dedicated caesarian section OR, a full rehabilitation therapy center, cancer treatment and radiation therapy center, and a 24-hour emergency department.

OBH is fully accredited, provides high quality care in a compassionate environment to all patients, regardless of their ability to pay, and has been nationally recognized for outstanding patient care.

Position Summary

The Echocardiography Technician position requires an individual who possesses an extensive knowledge of cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology. This position, under the supervision of the Medical Director and the Radiology Supervisor, is responsible for performing adult Echocardiograms (Echos). This position also completes initial Echo reports and prepares Echo data for transmission to the reading physicians. The position performs upon the order of a physician or licensed provider, within the scope of services outlined in the departmental policy and procedure manuals.

Minimum Requirements

Zero to two years related experience
Required to pass one of the following registries within 6 month of hire date. CCI, RDMS, RDCS or RCVT.
Associate Degree- or higher.

Other Information

Primary Shift: Day
Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm
On Call: No
Weekends: No

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant's qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.