Echocardiography Technologist Jobs in Kentucky

An Echocardiography Technologist, often referred to as an Echo Tech, plays a vital role in the radiology field. Their primary duties involve operating ultrasound machines to examine the heart's anatomy and function. This detailed analysis assists in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular disorders. They prepare patients for the procedure, maintain the equipment, record the results, and consult with the physicians regarding the findings. The Echocardiography Technologist also explains the procedures to patients, ensuring they are comfortable and informed throughout their experience.

Essential skills for an Echocardiography Technologist include strong technical and analytical abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a high level of precision. They should have familiarity with medical software and proficiency in operating specialized medical equipment. A degree or certificate in Cardiovascular Technology is often required, and many employers prefer candidates with professional certification, such as the Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or the Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS). Prior roles that typically serve as stepping stones into this position include Cardiovascular Technologist, Sonographer, or Medical Assistant.

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Cardiac Sonographer/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour ago

Job Summary UK Healthcare is currently looking for an Cardiac Sonographer to perform accurate and quality diagnostic adult cardiac exams in accordance with ICAEL guidelines. This person will have...

Cardiac Sonographer/On-Call/UKHC

  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 1 hour ago

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have an Allied Health degree; ARDMS certification; RDCS or RCS; experience performing echocardiograms and stress testing in a patient care center...

ECHO Tech

  • Paris, KY
  • 11 days ago
  • Paris, KY
  • 11 days ago

Operates ultrasound equipment to perform clinical diagnostic ultrasound exams and routine invasive procedures according to established standards and practices....

Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist, Non-Invasive Cardiology

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description: Cardiovascular Ultrasound Tech....

Cardiac Sonographer Full Time Days

  • Saint Matthews, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Matthews, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Must be registered in Adult Echocardiography or a candidate for registry in Adult Echocardiography. a. Candidates must be registered within 3 months. b....

Cardiac Sonographer PRN Days

  • Saint Matthews, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Matthews, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Must be registered in Adult Echocardiography or a candidate for registry in Adult Echocardiography. a. Candidates must be registered within 3 months. b....

Cardiac Sonographer PRN Days

  • Louisville, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 45+ days ago

Must be registered in Adult Echocardiography or a candidate for registry in Adult Echocardiography. a. Candidates must be registered within 3 months. b....

Cardiac Sonographer Full Time Days

  • Louisville, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 45+ days ago

Must be registered in Adult Echocardiography or a candidate for registry in Adult Echocardiography. a. Candidates must be registered within 3 months. b....

Echo Technologist PRN

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 45+ days ago

Description Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Cardiovascular Ultrasound Technologist? At TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital, you come first....

Cardiac Sonographer, Mary & Elizabeth Hosptial, PRN

  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago

Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or CCI in Pediatric or Adult Echocardiography with completion of certification within one year of employment....

Cardiac Sonographer, Med Center East, PRN

  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago

RDCS Certification through the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography within one year of employment, OR Registered Cardiac Sonographer with CCI - Cardiovascular Credentialing International...

Echo Tech - Adult, Noninvasive Cardiology, Days

  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications Required: One year clinical or work experience performaing cardiac sonography exams One of: RCS, RCCS, RDCS-AE or RDCS-PE One of RCS, RCCS, RDCS-AE, or RDCS-PE certification must obtain...

Echo Tech Full Time Days

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description: Responsible for the general operation of cardiac ultrasound services to include imaging for all age specific patient populations and understanding of instrumentation and quality assessment...

Echo Tech-Adult WOW, Noninvasive Cardiology, Weekends

  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 90+ days ago

Qualifications Required: One year clinical or work experience performaing cardiac sonography exams One of: RCS, RCCS, RDCS-AE or RDCS-PE One of RCS, RCCS, RDCS-AE, or RDCS-PE certification must obtain...

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Echocardiography Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Echocardiography Technologist Jobs in Kentucky

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRadiology research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Echocardiography Technologists in Kentucky offer the following education background
Associate's Degree
38.9%
Bachelor's Degree
32.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
11.3%
Master's Degree
7.1%
High School or GED
6.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some College
0.9%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Echocardiography Technologists in Kentucky
1-2 years
38.5%
Less than 1 year
36.5%
2-4 years
18.3%
None
6.7%


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