Echocardiography Technologist Jobs in Virginia

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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Cardiovascular Technician

  • Reston, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 10 days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Cardiovascular Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Reston Hospital...

Cardiovascular Technician PRN

  • Reston, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 10 days ago

Description Introduction Do you have the career opportunities as a Cardiovascular Technician PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Reston...

Echocardiographer (Echo Tech) - PRN - Days

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

Graduate from a Cardiovascular Ultrasound Program or the equivalent knowledge and experience Those who have recently graduated will be required to obtain their certification within 12 months of hiring...

Travel Echo Technologist - $2,244 per week. Job in Salem Gr8Jobs

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago

Sharp Nursing Medical Staffing is seeking a travel Echo Technologist for a travel job in Salem, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Echo Technologist Discipline: Allied Health...

Travel Echo Technologist - $2,551 per week. Job in Salem Gr8Jobs

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago

Nurse First is seeking a travel Echo Technologist for a travel job in Salem, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Echo Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start...

Travel Echo Technologist - $2,470 per week. Job in Salem Gr8Jobs

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 2 days ago

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA is seeking a travel Echo Technologist for a travel job in Salem, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Echo Technologist Discipline: Allied Health...

Essential Functions: Performs diagnostic echocardiography examinations using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart during Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography...

Pediatric Cardiovascular Sonographer

  • VA
  • 5 days ago
  • VA
  • 5 days ago

Demonstrates proper technique for injection of IV contrast, or other test-enhancing solution, under the Society of Diagnostic Medical Sonography Standards....

environment in the performance of cardiac or vascular sonography....

Travel Echo Technologist - $2,387 per week

  • Salem, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 6 days ago

Conducts multi-specialty diagnostic ultrasound examinations according to departmental procedures....

Cardiac Sonographer - St. Marys Hospital

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago

Essential Functions: Performs diagnostic echocardiography examinations using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart during Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography...

Cardiovascular Sonographer Lead

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 7 days ago

Education - Other Sonography Graduate of an accredited school/program of diagnostic medical setting sonography or five years of specialized training...

Travel Echo Technologist- $2508.0 Gross Per Week

  • Salem, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Salem, VA
  • 7 days ago

Location Salem, VA Requirements: Specialty: Echo Tech Certifications: ARDMS or CCI, State License (if applicable), BLS Notes: Must have at least 1 2 years of paid hospital experience within the last...

Cardiac Sonographer, Pavilion EKG

  • Arlington, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 9 days ago

Position Title Cardiac Sonographer, Pavilion EKG Job Description Purpose & Scope: The cardiac sonographer assists with performing different modalities of cardiac ultrasound imaging exams for inpatients...

Cardiac Sonographer - St. Mary's Hospital

  • Richmond, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 9 days ago

Essential Functions: Performs diagnostic echocardiography examinations using ultrasound testing equipment to evaluate the heart during Transthoracic Echocardiography, Transesophageal Echocardiography...

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Echocardiography Technologist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Echocardiography for the non Cardiologist
This is a course for beginners of echocardiography who want to learn to perform a basic echocardiogram: Assess chamber size and function, assess and grade valve regurgitation and stenosis, and...
Pediatric and Neonatal Echocardiography Course ( Arabic )
Neonatal Echocardiography course 5th Neonatal Echocardiography online course Are you looking for a structured, step-by-step approach to mastering this critical field?Neonatal Echocardiography...
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Salary for Echocardiography Technologist Jobs in Virginia

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


Highest Education Level

Echocardiography Technologists in Virginia 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 Virginia
1-2 years
38.5%
Less than 1 year
36.5%
2-4 years
18.3%
None
6.7%


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