Under general supervision, the Echo Vascular Technologist is responsible for performing ultrasound examinations of the cerebral, peripheral, and abdominal vessels to assist physicians in the diagnosis of disorders affecting circulation in accordance with established practices and procedures.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

• Produce two-dimensional ultrasonic recordings and Doppler flow analyses of heart and related structures, using ultrasound equipment, for use by physician in diagnosis of heart disease and study of heart.
• Calculate, measure, and document appropriate values on the tests performed for review and interpretation by physicians. 
• Perform diagnostic carotid arterials and venous studies of upper and lower extremities and venous studies of patients with suspected peripheral vascular disease by following ICAVL guidelines.
• Explain procedures to patient to obtain cooperation and reduce anxieties of patient. 
• Review test results with interpreting physician.
• Communicate with physicians, managers, and co-workers as appropriate about changes in patient's clinical conditions while undergoing echocardiogram.
• Conduct vascular laboratory studies in accordance with the vascular laboratory protocols. 
• Maintain the vascular laboratory quality assurance database.
• May perform therapeutic procedures such as peripheral compression.
• Prepare and maintain operational logs.
• Ensure that all vascular laboratory studies are scheduled in an appropriate manner to satisfy the clinical situation.
• Calibrate and maintain equipment and orders supplies when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education Required

HS/GED

Successfully passed the Echocardiography Registry Exam

Preferred
Associate degree in related field

Licensure/Certification Required

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer  or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (only 1 required)

Preferred
Registered Vascular Technologist 

Registered Vascular Sonographer

Experience Required

None

Preferred

1 year related experience in an Echo/Vascular Laboratory

We are offering a $10,000 Sign On Bonus to new hires that meet the eligibility requirements. 

St. Luke's Health - Memorial Hospital in Lufkin, TX, paves the way for quality innovative health care in East Texas. With hospitals in Lufkin, Livingston, and San Augustine, St. Luke’s Health provides more than a quarter of a million patient services each year. Our facility is a collaboration between St. Luke’s Health and a team of specialized physicians focused on General and Interventional Cardiology, Sports Medicine, and Orthopedics, including Total Joint Replacement and Spine Care.

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) 
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Matching Retirement Programs 
• Wellness Programs