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Monterey Medical

Echocardiography Technician

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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.

$55,703 / year median in Minnesota

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Job Description

Echocardiography Technician Monterey Medical - 3.0 Minneapolis, MN Job Details Temporary | Travel healthcare | Full-time | Contract $40 - $45 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Professional development assistance Qualifications Anatomy knowledge Cardiovascular system anatomy and physiology BLS Certification English High school diploma or GED Echocardiography Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Sonography Full Job Description Join us as an Echocardiography Technician at the Minneapolis VA Medical Center located in Minneapolis, MN.
  • This is a locum/contract assignment with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Duties include:
Performs cardiac ultrasound examinations and quantifies observed abnormalities, including complex calculations of valve areas and alterations in function, and ejection fraction with assistance as necessary. Confers with supervising MIT Echocardiography tech to resolve any issues and provide quality imaging. Measures pulmonary artery pressures, valve areas, cardiac output, cardiac chambers, gradients and flow assessments.
  • Makes initial interpretation of data to perform complete exams and alerts the physician if necessary. Enters the data in the cardiac echo reporting system.
  • Maintains records of patients' examinations and provides input for scheduling of exams as necessary.
  • Cleans, maintains, prepares, and calibrates the transesophageal echo probes and echo machines.
  • Assist the physician during transesophageal echoes in Cardiology and in the OR as requested.
  • Assist during echo-guided pericardiocentesis.
  • Make multiple simultaneous changes in settings and adjustments in operation of equipment during exams to ensure accurate results.
Schedule:
Full-time, 8A-4:30P, M-F. No weekends or federal holidays
Period of Performance:
Base period 6 months (11/9/2026-4/30/2027) w/ one additional 12-month renewal option available through 4/30/2028.
Qualifications:
Education. High school diploma or equivalent required. Certification. Must be certified in Echocardiographic Imaging by the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) or by Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI). Current BLS required. Experience. Requires comprehensive knowledge of cardiac anatomy and disease states, and the ability to skillfully use all echo modalities with assist as indicated. Must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3.j. Subject to background/security investigation. Must pass TB test. Complete an online onboarding process. Willingness to comply with Department of Veterans Affairs vaccination programs for seasonal influenza and
COVID-19.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Who we are:
Monterey is a Veterans Affairs (VA) Verified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB). We graduated from the SBA 8(a) Program and have a variety of contracts available for use.
What we do:
Monterey teams with general practice, specialists, and allied health practitioners nationwide to provide local coverage for examinees. We deliver a wide range of medical examination-only services to public sectors and the individuals they serve. Our clients include the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), the Department of Labor, the Department of Defense, and more. Our provider network consists of over 700 providers in various medical specialties and degree types. They conduct diagnostic-only examination services on an as-needed basis. These services may take place in their private office, established clinics located across the country, or during travel opportunities for group screening events.
EOE Statement:
We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Pay:
$40.00 - $45.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week
Benefits:
Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Certified by American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Experience:
Echocardiography:
1 year (Preferred)
Language:
English (Required)
License/Certification:
Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (Required) BLS Certification (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to
Commute:
Minneapolis, MN 55417 (Required)
Work Location:
In person