Echocardiograph Technologist - Direct Hire - Portland, Oregon - Virtus Healthcare Staffing, LLC

Job Title: Echocardiograph Technologist
Location: Portland, OR
Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time, On-call
Hiring Bonus: Up to $10,000 for eligible external hires

About Us:
Virtus Healthcare Staffing is engaged in a search for an Echocardiograph Technologist on behalf of our partner, a leading magnet-designated medical center in Portland, OR. This state-of-the-art facility offers flexible scheduling with full-time, part-time, and on-call positions available. Whether you prefer set hours or on-call flexibility, this role provides opportunities that suit your lifestyle. We are proud to offer a $10,000 hiring bonus for external hires who meet all qualifications and conditions.

Job Responsibilities:
As an Echocardiograph Technologist, you will perform cardiovascular ultrasound examinations, including pediatric echocardiography, for patients with varying levels of heart disease. You will work with advanced heart failure patients and assist with imaging support for mechanical devices and trans-catheter procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• Oregon Sonographer License upon hire
• National certification from one of the following upon hire:
  • Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) - Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI)
  • Advanced Cardiac Sonographer (Client) - CCI
  • Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) - American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association upon hire

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Applied Science from a CAAHPE accredited school in Noninvasive Cardiovascular Technology or Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• 1 year of experience performing cardiovascular ultrasound exams or a minimum of 800 exams using all available imaging modalities
• Experience with pediatric echocardiography
• Familiarity with imaging support for advanced heart failure patients using mechanical support devices
• Experience with echo-guided trans-catheter procedures
• Highly Preferred Certifications: ARDMS Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist (RCIS)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Flexibility in scheduling
• $10,000 hiring bonus for eligible external hires
• Comprehensive benefits package

Join our team and take advantage of the opportunity to work at a prestigious medical center while advancing your career in cardiovascular technology!