Echo Tech/Cardiac Sonographer

Details

Client Name: Washington DC VAMC

Job Type: Local

Position Urgency Normal

Offering Allied

Profession Radiology/Imaging

Specialty Echo Tech/Cardiac Sonographer

Job ID 18746574

Job Title Echo Tech/Cardiac Sonographer

Shift Details

Shift 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM

Shifts Per Week 5

scheduledHrs_1 40.0

Job Order Details

Start Date 2026-04-01

End Date 2027-03-31

Duration 52 Week(s)

Float Required No

Call Required No

Required Certifications for Submittal Cardiac Sonographer

Required Certifications for Onboarding Abuse & Neglect, Age Specific Care, Body Mechanics, Cultural Diversity, Emergency Preparedness, EMTALA, Environmental Safety, Ethics, Fire Safety, Hazard Communication, HIPAA, Infection Control & Bloodborne Pathogens, National Patient Safety Goals - Hospital, Pain Management, Patient Rights, Patient Safety Systems, Sexual Harassment, Workplace Violence

Job Description

Echocardiographic Technician

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience

• RCDS

• AHA BLS

Position Summary

The Echocardiographic Technician performs diagnostic cardiac ultrasound examinations to support the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of Veterans with known or suspected cardiac conditions. The technician works independently and collaborates closely with cardiologists and other healthcare professionals to ensure high‑quality imaging and patient care.

Duties

• Perform complete and limited transthoracic echocardiograms, including 2D, M‑mode, spectral and color Doppler imaging.

• Obtain accurate measurements and thoroughly document findings in accordance with VA and cardiology laboratory protocols.

• Prepare preliminary imaging summaries for physician interpretation.

• Maintain and operate ultrasound equipment, performing routine quality checks and reporting malfunctions.

• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and proper positioning during all imaging procedures.

• Assist with stress echocardiograms and emergency studies as required.

• Adhere to infection control, safety standards, and VA policies.

• Support workflow efficiency by managing exam scheduling, patient preparation, and timely data entry

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday 0800-1630

EEO Statement

EGA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion (including Executive Order 13899 protection against anti-Semitism), age (40 and over), sex (including gender identity, transgender status, and sexual orientation), parental status (including limitations related to pregnancy, lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), political affiliation, citizenship status, genetic information (including family medical history, genetic testing and services, and genetic characteristics), disability (physical or mental), veteran status or military service history or status, or any other non-merit-based characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.

ADA Compliance

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of EGA Associates, LLC to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

Client Details

Client Type Government - Federal

Setting Hospital (Inpatient)

Address 50 Irving Street, Nw

City Washington

State DC

Unit Details

Computer Charting System VISTA (CPRS)

EGA Associates, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.