Diagnostic Cardiac Medical Sonographer; UAMS Fort Smith

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Closing Date: 03/31/2026

Type of Position:
Temporary (Fixed Term)

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:
No

Institution Name:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

• Health:
  Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement:
  Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

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Department: ICE | CVSL Non-Invasive Lab OP C

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Join the UAMS Fort Smith Outreach Clinical team as a Cardiac Echo Technician, where you will play a vital role in performing diagnostic echocardiograms and ensuring patient safety and comfort during procedures. Your role is to explain the procedure to patients, obtain medical histories, and ensure patient comfort during the test. As the Cardiac Echo Technician, you will follow safety protocols and procedures to protect patients and yourself from potential hazards associated with ultrasound imaging.

This is a PRN position required to meet the clinic's staffing needs.

Help us advance patient care and make a difference in the lives of those we serve, Apply today!

• High School Diploma
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Sonography Program.
• Cardiac ultrasound experience, including treadmill and pharmacologic stress testing preferred.
• Prefer Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS). Must be registry eligible. Must complete registration within one year of employment.
• Current BLS required.

• Technical Expertise:
  Skilled in performing echocardiograms with advanced imaging techniques; knowledge of cardiac diseases and pathology.
• Clinical
  
  Skills:
  
  Competent in initiating IV access, administering contrast agents, and monitoring patients during procedures.
• Documentation and Compliance:
  Experienced with EPIC and CNL documentation guidelines; accurate in billing and coding.
• Communication and Patient Care:
  Strong interpersonal skills for explaining procedures and ensuring patient comfort; ability to collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams.
• Safety and Protocol Adherence:
  Committed to safety protocols and maintaining high-quality imaging standards.

Patient Preparation and Communication:

• Explain procedures to patients and obtain their medical histories.
• Ensure patient comfort and safety during all tests.

Echocardiogram Procedures:

• Conduct transthoracic, treadmill exercise, and pharmacological stress echocardiograms using advanced techniques such as…