Echocardiographer / Cardiac Sonographer

Benefits

401(k) Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Job Overview: AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Echocardiographer / Cardiac Sonographer to provide diagnostic cardiovascular imaging services at Joint Base Andrews. The Echocardiographer will perform a full range of cardiac ultrasound procedures, assist physicians with diagnostic evaluations, and ensure accurate and timely reporting of findings. This role requires advanced technical expertise, clinical judgment, and adherence to strict medical and safety standards.

General Duties

• Perform services within the scope of clinical training and privileges granted by the MTF.
• Maintain productivity and quality standards comparable to government personnel.
• Ensure all procedures and documentation meet DHA and MTF requirements.
• Provide support to other departments when needed, based on workload and skillset.
• Specific Duties:

• Perform transthoracic echocardiograms (TTE), transesophageal echocardiograms (TEE), and stress echocardiograms.
• Conduct specialized studies including contrast studies, bubble studies, arterial Dopplers, ABI, and abdominal aortic duplex exams.
• Prepare patients for procedures and obtain vital signs.
• Review and document patient history and clinical data.
• Acquire high-quality diagnostic images of cardiac structures and blood flow.
• Identify abnormalities and determine need for additional imaging.
• Assist physicians during advanced cardiac procedures.
• Establish intravascular access when required.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient records.
• Upload and manage diagnostic reports in electronic systems.
• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety protocols.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain ultrasound equipment.
• Perform quality control checks and ensure proper calibration of equipment.
• Support cardiopulmonary lab administrative and operational functions.
• Maintain coding accuracy (CPT/E&M) at ≥90% standard.