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Echo Technologist (Cardiac Sonographer) Travel Contract – Richmond, Virginia

Join a dynamic hospital-based cardiac imaging team in Richmond, Virginia, as an Echo Technologist or Cardiac Sonographer. This 13-week travel healthcare assignment offers the opportunity to perform advanced echocardiography for patients of all ages while expanding your clinical experience in a collaborative setting. Richmond is a historic, vibrant city with a welcoming community, diverse cultural attractions, scenic outdoor spaces, and a lively food scene.

Echo Technologist Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,260–$2,430
• Location: Richmond, Virginia
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel contract
• Start Date: November 9, 2026
• Schedule: 40 hours per week; four 10-hour day shifts, approximately 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday with an alternating day off each week
• Shift Duration: 10-hour days
• Call Requirement: One weeknight call rotation and one weekend of call approximately every 4–5 weeks
• Caseload: Approximately 8–10 cardiac imaging cases per day
• Modalities: Transthoracic echocardiography (TTE), transesophageal echocardiography (TEE), and cardiac stress testing
• Patient Population: Patients of all ages
• Travel Eligibility: This assignment is intended for candidates who reside outside a 50-mile radius of the work location
• Holiday Availability: Availability to work scheduled December holidays is required

Cardiac Sonographer Job Requirements

• At least 1 year of inpatient Echo Technologist, Echocardiography Technologist, or Cardiac Sonographer experience required
• Experience performing transthoracic echocardiograms, transesophageal echocardiograms, and cardiac stress testing required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Current Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential through ARDMS or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) credential through CCI required
• Associate degree in cardiovascular technology, ultrasonography, applied health science, or a related field preferred
• Experience with EPIC electronic health records and PACS preferred
• Ability to recognize cardiac anatomy, evaluate echocardiography findings, identify complex cardiac pathology, and communicate critical information appropriately
• Pediatric echocardiography experience preferred
• Previous travel assignment experience preferred
• Strong communication, critical-thinking, teamwork, attention to detail, and patient-care skills
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely position the upper extremities during ultrasound procedures

Cardiac Imaging Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality diagnostic cardiac ultrasound and echocardiography examinations using ultrasound imaging equipment
• Complete non-invasive and invasive cardiac exams, including TTE, TEE, and cardiac stress testing
• Prepare patients for procedures by explaining the exam, providing instructions, and helping reduce anxiety
• Monitor patient condition throughout procedures and respond appropriately to changes
• Administer imaging enhancement agents in accordance with applicable policies and procedures
• Review patient information, document exam findings, and enter preliminary reports in the electronic medical record
• Recognize and communicate urgent or critical findings to the appropriate medical professionals
• Confirm exam orders and clarify discrepancies with the referring provider when necessary
• Maintain accurate documentation for patient care and accreditation requirements
• Follow infection prevention, safety, confidentiality, and patient-care standards
• Complete assigned examinations and related tasks efficiently while supporting a collaborative cardiac imaging team

Apply now for this Echo Technologist and Cardiac Sonographer travel contract in Richmond, Virginia, and advance your echocardiography career with a rewarding travel healthcare opportunity.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.