Cardio Echo SonographerLegacy Health

Legacy Health

Cardio Echo Sonographer

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled



US-WA-VANCOUVER

Job ID: 26-46837
Type: On-Call (10% Differential and Min Shift Availability Required)
Salmon Creek Medical Ctr 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 a Echo Sonographer, your compassion and technical expertise will make a difference in patients’ lives, supporting our mission of making life better for others. 

Responsibilities

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 

Qualifications

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.
  

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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