Echocardiography Technician - Full Time
Company: Christus Health
Location: Tyler
Posted on: March 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Summary: The Job requires considerable technical
ability, experience, and judgment to perform cardiovascular
ultrasound and evaluate the quality of data for Cardiologist
interpretation. Must have substantial knowledge and understanding
of cardiovascular disease, dynamics of blood flow, Doppler, and
color flow imaging techniques. Expected to have a detailed
understanding of ultrasound instrumentation, cardiovascular
physiology and pathology, hemodynamics, and the ability to relate
these findings into clinically meaningful data. Responsibilities: -
Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies:
Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. -
Demonstrates a working knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. -
Performs diagnostic exams including but not restricted to
Echocardiography, TEE, Holter monitoring 2D/M-Mode, and color
Doppler. - Performs echocardiograms by using ultrasound equipment
and captures images of a patient's heart to assess its structure
and function. - Prepare patients for exams by explaining the
procedure, positioning patients, and applying ultrasound gel for
optimal image acquisition. - Maintain equipment by ensuring the
proper functioning of ultrasound machines and probes through
cleaning, disinfection, and reporting any malfunctions. - Document
patient information by recording exam details, measurements, and
observations for physician interpretation. - Collaborate with the
healthcare team by assisting physicians and nurses in performing
echocardiograms and discussing findings to contribute to patient
care plans. - Other duties as assigned. Requirements:
Education/Skills - High School Diploma required. - Graduate of an
accredited school of Ultrasound Technology required. Experience - 1
year of experience in Cardiac Ultrasound required. Licenses,
Registrations, or Certifications - DCS, RCS, or RDMS through ARDMS
or CCI required. - BLS required. Work Type: Full Time
Keywords: Christus Health, Shreveport , Echocardiography Technician - Full Time, Healthcare , Tyler, Louisiana
