Echo Sonographer - Military veterans preferred

Legacy Health

Echo Sonographer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled



US-OR-GRESHAM

Job ID: 25-44510
Type: On-Call (10% Differential and Min Shift Availability Required)
Mount Hood Medical Center campus

Overview

Every image tells a story. Help us make it one of hope. 

At Legacy Health, every ultrasound is more than just an image — it’s a moment of care that can bring answers, ease anxiety, and guide critical decisions. As an Echo Sonographer, your compassion and technical expertise will make a difference in patients’ lives, supporting our mission of making life better for others. 

Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center is East County’s full-service hospital, always expanding to meet the community’s growing needs and offering an award-winning patient experience delivered with a personal touch. We offer advanced imaging, a modern emergency department, a welcoming family birth center, surgical services, intensive care, cancer care, gastroenterology and more.

What you’ll do 

• Perform high-quality cardiac imaging studies — from routine echocardiograms to advanced procedures like TEE, stress echo, bubble studies, and more. 

• Apply sound clinical judgment to tailor imaging for each patient, delivering accurate and meaningful results. 

• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and care teams to support timely diagnosis and treatment. 

• Provide a calming, supportive experience for patients of all ages — neonate to geriatric. 

• Contribute to a culture of safety, respect, and continuous improvement. 

What you bring 

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or equivalent certification 

• Strong technical skills in 2D, 3D, Doppler, transesophageal, and stress echocardiography 

• Ability to place IVs and administer contrast 

• Excellent communication and patient care skills 

• Commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment 

Education: 

• Completion of accredited cardiac sonography or echocardiography certificate program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification.

Skills: 

• Ability to conduct transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms to
  evaluate heart function and structure in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Strong understanding of ultrasound technology and cardiac anatomy is essential.
• Ability to maintain operation and maintenance of ultrasound equipment to obtain high quality images of the heart.
• Ability to Assess images for clarity and relevance, selecting the most appropriate ones
  for physician review.
• Ability to document and prepare preliminary reports highlighting key observations for
  cardiologists.
• Ability to explain procedures clearly and interact effectively with patients and the healthcare team.
• May assist in clinical research and training of new staff or students.
• Technical proficiency and ability to navigate electronic health systems applicable to job functions.
  

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