Echo Technician - Pekin, Illinois

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Job Description

A healthcare opportunity is available for a skilled professional specializing in echocardiography to perform high-quality ultrasound imaging of the heart and great vessels in adult patients. This contract position is based in Pekin, IL, offering a chance to contribute to cardiac care through precise diagnostic imaging and technical assistance during stress testing procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct two-dimensional ultrasound studies of the heart and great vessels, identifying EKG abnormalities and arrhythmias.
• Apply age-specific knowledge when performing echocardiographic assessments.
• Utilize complementary imaging and Doppler techniques to address clinical questions effectively.
• Employ M-Mode techniques for accurate cardiac dimension measurements during the cardiac cycle.
• Evaluate valvular insufficiencies by mapping regurgitant jets with color flow Doppler.
• Assess blood flow dynamics including stenosis, regurgitation, and shunts using pulsed and continuous-wave Doppler.
• Use contrast echocardiography for enhanced imaging when standard methods are insufficient.
• Analyze ventricular systolic and diastolic function and identify wall motion abnormalities.
• Recognize a range of congenital and acquired cardiac pathologies.
• Complete studies per updated protocols, providing additional views and calculations as required.
• Correlate clinical history with exam findings and consult with cardiologists for clarity.
• Prepare and assist patients for dobutamine and exercise stress echocardiograms.
• Support cardiologists in transesophageal echocardiogram (TEE) procedures.
• Maintain documentation accuracy and monitor equipment function.
• Participate in mobile echo/vascular services and callback rotations.
• Assist with functional, pharmacologic cardiolite, and echocardiographic stress testing.
• Provide assessments during patient crises and communicate promptly with physicians.

Qualifications / Desired Experience:

• Proven experience in performing comprehensive echocardiographic imaging.
• Proficient in Doppler and contrast echocardiography techniques.
• Ability to perform and assist with stress echocardiography, including dobutamine and exercise protocols.
• Skilled in interpreting physician orders and patient assessments.
• Competency in recognizing lethal arrhythmias and responding appropriately.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, pathologies, and surgical outcomes.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Willingness to participate in rotation schedules and mobile service duties.

Location: Pekin, Illinois, offers a welcoming community with easy access to cultural amenities, outdoor activities, and a favorable cost of living. Located near the Illinois River, residents enjoy scenic views and recreational opportunities, making it an excellent place to live and work.

This contract engagement is ideal for professionals seeking to enhance their career in cardiovascular imaging, leveraging their expertise to provide vital patient care. Candidates ready to apply their skills in a dynamic clinical environment should submit their applications promptly.

Compensation for this position ranges from $22.05 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.