Echo Sonographer - Day Shifts , Part-time and Per Diem

Echo Sonographer - Variable Day Shifts for Full-time, Part-time and Per Diem Opportunities

Job Category: Allied Health

Requisition Number: ECHOS
011748

• Posted :
  February 9, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Variable Day Shifts. Full, Part-time and Per Diem Opportunities Available

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

Performs a variety of echo studies on infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients, in assessment of the heart using ultrasound and other testing equipment. Applies decision making and testing skills both independently and in collaboration with others to ensure accurate information upon which to make a diagnosis; and works closely with physicians in the diagnosis of problems. Obtains patient history and maintains department records, performs routine maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment, keeps herself/himself current with changes and advances in their field to maintain the lab standards and their current certifications.

• Demonstrates competency in performing echo studies utilizing ultrasound: i.e. selection the correct transducer, obtaining and recording the necessary images, obtaining and performing measurements of structures and velocities and demonstrating patient safety in the use of ultrasound as per department protocol and current standards
• Demonstrates competence in the use of the diagnostic equipment other than ultrasound, per department procedures
• Explains test and answers patient and family questions regarding the test
• Abides by all universal infection control protocols
• Provides mentoring, education, leadership, and assistance for non-registered Sonographers
• Coordinates scheduling studies with nurses, reading facilities and other departments and parties involved
• Documents patient history and checks for correct orders. Provides accurate and precise information regarding the patients’ identification and clinical data
• Prepares the test data for interpretation by physicians
• Logs test, enters correct measurements, creates the preliminary report and ensures the preliminary report reaches requesting physician
• As a result of lab protocol, consultation with other Sonographers or Physicians, or using independent judgment based on experience, performs additional tests to provide the necessary information to make a diagnosis
• Reports critical findings to the Reading Physician or the Medical Director as soon as possible. Notifies them if the test results require immediate additional tests and/or treatment
• Treats and uses lab equipment with care and performs routine maintenance
• Reports the equipment issues to the supervisor/manager and/or Bio-Medical department
• Observes safe operating techniques for the protection of patients and her/himself
• Keeps current with changes and advances in the field and obtains CME’s to maintain registration and meet IAC requirements
• Attends the departmental QA meetings. Participates in the QA process
• Helps in the training of students and other allied personnel as requested
• Instructs Students on testing procedures and evaluates their performance in accordance with each institutions policies
• Readily provides clerical assistance as needed in the department
• Helps with the transportation of patients when necessary
• Provides statistical data for review
• Works on special projects with Physicians and Hospital Staff
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Working knowledge of the testing process and equipment used.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written.
• Strong customer orientation with the ability to convey the values of the organization to everyone involved with the process.

American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS):
Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) Adult (AE) or Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI):
Registered Cardiac…