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.
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.
Follow approved abbreviations and documentation standards per MTF policy.
Provide support in other departments when assigned by leadership.
Qualifications:
Degree:Completion of a cardiovascular technologist program accredited by CAAHEP (JRC-CVT).
Education: May include additional training via accredited medical assistant or military medical program.
Certification:
Basic Life Support (BLS) – and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – Required and Both Must be American Heart Association (AHA) certified
Board Certification:
RDCS (Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer) OR
RCS (Registered Cardiac Sonographer)
Experience:
Minimum 24 months of recent experience performing cardiac ultrasound procedures
Licensure/Registration:
Active credential through ARDMS or CCI required
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, 8-hour shifts between 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m.
Schedule may vary based on clinic needs.
Work Environment:
Cardiology or diagnostic imaging department within a Military Treatment Facility.
Direct patient care with advanced imaging equipment.
Collaborative environment with cardiologists and healthcare staff.
Immunization Requirement: Must meet all Department of Defense and facility-specific immunization requirements.
Security Requirement: Must be eligible to work on a federal installation and pass background/security clearance.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Joint Base Andrews, MD
Job Type
Full-time
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
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Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
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Cardiologyunmatched
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Cardiovascular Technician (CVT)unmatched
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Current Procedural Terminology (CPT)unmatched
Dental Insuranceunmatched
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Echocardiographyunmatched
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Militaryunmatched
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Quality Controlunmatched
RCS (Revision Control System)unmatched
Safety Complianceunmatched
Safety Standardsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Time Managementunmatched
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Vision Planunmatched
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