Vascular Tech (61820)
Company: Memorial Health
Location: Champaign
Posted on: January 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Min USD $34.34/Hr. Max USD $53.23/Hr. Overview Evaluation of
anatomy and pathophysiology of the heart and great vessels by the
use of diagnostic ultrasound. Performance, measurement, and
evaluation of Adult and Pediatric Transthoracic Echocardiograms,
Stress Echo (Treadmill, Dobutamine, and Valvular), and TEE
procedures. Image and report processing via PACS and electronic
reporting applications. Perform specialty imagine (contrast, 3D,
strain) and participate in cardiac cath lab and cardiovascular
surgical procedures. Engage with sonographer team, physicians,
families, and patients to create a Great Patient Experience.
Support laboratory operations by participation in accreditation,
quality assurance, education, and lab development projects.
Embodies the Memorial Health Values of Safety, Integrity, Quality,
and Stewardship that support our mission and vision. Schedule Day
Shift 8-10 hour shifts $20,000 Sign-on Bonus! Schedule a call with
Memorial Recruiter to discuss the position using my calendar:
Qualifications Education: - Graduate of an accredited Ultrasound
Program Licensure/Certification/Registry: - Must be registry
eligible at time of hire/transfer - Sonographer Registry Pending:
New graduate sonographer until active ARDMS (American Registry of
Diagnostic Medical Sonographers) in Cardiac RDCS or Cardiac
credentials from CCI (Cardiac Credentialing International) registry
passed (max time 6 months) - CPR required within 90 days from
hire/transfer date Experience: - New Graduate-1 year - Graduate of
an Accredited School for Radiologic Technologist, required -
Graduate of an Accredited Ultrasound Program, preferred Other
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: - Ability to lift and move patients and
heavy equipment to meet the clinical and operational needs of the
area - Effective oral and written communication skills
Responsibilities 1. Obtain, review and bring together pertinent
patient history, physical examination and supporting clinical data
to facilitate diagnostic result. 1. Perform cardiac ultrasound
diagnostic and/or therapeutic procedures on patients of all ages by
producing, assessing and evaluating ultrasound images and related
data according to established standards, policies, procedures and
guidelines. 1. Provide interpreting physicians with an oral or
written summary of technical findings. 1. Maintain technical skills
related to all ultrasound imaging factors; maintain knowledge of
other testing modalities. 1. Demonstrate knowledge in human gross
and sectional anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology to image
and evaluate normal and abnormal tissue structure or function. 1.
Understand biological effects of ultrasound. 1. Adheres to
behavioral standards. 1. Utilize proper infection control
procedures according to department and hospital procedures. 1.
Ensure proper recording, documentation, confidentiality and
transmission of patient information. Develop and maintain skills in
digital imaging and information practices. 1. Monitor the condition
of equipment and supplies to ensure safe and efficient operation of
the department. 1. Comply with departmental policies regarding
employee/patient incident reports. 1. Participate in the
department's continuing education program, Laboratory accreditation
and case review/quality review processes. 1. Keep current with
clinical developments in the field of ultrasound imaging. Be
responsible for continual learning. 1. Maintain ARDMS or CCI
credential through documentation of continuing education
requirements of the credentialing organization. 1. Organize and
participate in daily activities that maintain operations: cleaning
stocking, equipment evaluation, moving equipment to bedside
studies, data entry and evaluation, emergency call rotation,
imaging system electrical safety, equipment repair and diagnostics,
Imaging and reporting system Dbase maintenance and Sys Admin
functions. 1. Follow SMH policy directives and procedures the
performance of duties and responsibilities. 1. Be an example to the
laboratory staff of professionalism, teamwork and patient advocacy.
1. Demonstrate leadership in helping the team meet strategic goals
of the department and the organization. PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
(CARDIAC): 1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the
performance and evaluation of transthoracic echocardiography in the
adult population. 1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the
performance and evaluation of transesophageal echocardiography in
the adult population in standard settings, the surgical suites and
Cath Labs. 1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge in the
performance and evaluation of stress echocardiography procedures.
1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of the application of
echocardiography in pericardial centesis, myocardial biopsy,
intracardiac echo, or other interventional procedures. 1. Maintain
skills and expand knowledge in the performance and evaluation of
transthoracic echocardiography in the pediatric, neonatal and fetal
population. 1. Possess knowledge and understanding of other cardiac
diagnostic testing: cardiac cath, EP, Holter, EKG and arrhythmias,
radionuclide imaging. 1. Maintain skills and expand knowledge of
ultrasound contrast agents and their applications. 1. Recognize and
address critical pathology through modification of scan protocols,
recommendation of ancillary testing and notification of
interpreting physician. 1. Demonstrate leadership in clinical
application of echocardiography. The intent of this job description
is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and
responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents
may be requested to perform tasks other than those specifically
presented in this description.
Keywords: Memorial Health, Champaign , Vascular Tech (61820), Healthcare , Champaign, Illinois