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Calhoun Liberty Hospital Association, Inc
Ultrasound - Echocardiogram Tech
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What they do
A Cardiovascular Technician or Technologist uses imaging technology and other procedures to diagnose cardiac (heart) and vascular (blood vessel) problems in patients. Works closely with cardiologists and medical sonographers. Works in hospitals and other healthcare facilities.
$57,655 / year median in Florida
+11% projected growth
Job Description
The Ultrasound Echocardiogram Tech is a a very specific kind of diagnostic medical sonographer dealing with the heart. Echo technicians use ultrasound devices and other imaging tools that use sound waves to create images of the heart. They inspect the chambers and walls of the heart as well as the valves. An echocardiogram can be administered externally on a patient's chest but can also be conducted by placing a tube down a patient's esophagus to get closer to the heart internally. Although some echo technicians gain their training on the job, it is helpful to attend a formal education program. This is usually a post-secondary course of study that awards a certificate/diploma, an associate degree, or even a bachelor's degree in echocardiography or diagnostic medical sonography. Certification for this career is voluntary at this point, however, CLH prefers to hire candidates who have proven their abilities through certification. All CLH colleagues are required to pass a Level 2 AHCA Background Screening. For more information, please go to https://info.flclearinghouse.com About Calhoun Liberty Hospital Association, Inc Located in Blountstown, Florida, CLH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that includes a 10-bed Critical Access Hospital; Calhoun-Liberty Primary Care (RHC) and Calhoun County EMS (911 on-the scene care, emergency transportation an extended transportation needs). Complementing our dedicated emergency department, in-patient, outpatient, primary care, and transitional rehabilitation services, CLH also offers, a Full-service Laboratory; Radiology - Imaging (x-ray, CT, Ultrasound); Respiratory, including pulmonary rehab therapy; Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy, as well as IV Infusion Therapy. The Calhoun Liberty Hospital Association, Inc. (CLHA) contracts with Alliant Management Services for administrative operations and has a formal partnership with Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) to enhance service capabilities and resources available to