What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tech - Echo/Stress Echo position at South Texas Health System Clinics?
Responsibilities
ABOUT SOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM – CLINICS
Join our South Texas Health System Clinics (formerly Valley Care Clinics) team! Providers with South Texas Health System (STHS) Clinics deliver high quality family medicine, health screenings and advanced specialized care to the people of the Rio Grande Valley. STHS Clinics is committed to delivering quality healthcare and service excellence. Our clinics are affiliated with South Texas Health Systems’ four acute care hospitals, behavioral health hospital, six freestanding emergency rooms and one joint venture hospital. Specially trained and highly experienced, our physician group treats a wide range of conditions using advanced technologies and minimally invasive techniques.
Website: sthsclinics.com
The Vascular/Echocardiography Technician is responsible for the independent operation of echocardiography and/or vascular ultrasound equipment within the clinic, performing high quality diagnostic examinations and effectively communicating critical findings to the interpreting physician.
At STHS Clinics, Cardiology we are proud to be the first in the Rio Grande Valley to implement dedicated one-hour time slots for complete echocardiogram studies, a standard established in 2025. This model reflects our commitment to quality driven imaging, allowing for comprehensive examinations that support accurate interpretation and improved patient outcomes.
In addition, we emphasize workplace ergonomics to support staff longevity and performance. Our department utilizes specialized echocardiography and vascular beds and chairs designed to reduce physical strain and promote safe scanning practices.
The technician is expected to uphold the highest standards following IAC/ASE/ACR daily compliance, demonstrate self-motivation in professional growth, and maintain a positive, collaborative approach when interacting with physicians, sonographers, advanced practice providers, and all clinic staff.
At all times, technicians must provide courteous, respectful, and patient-centered care to patients and their families, ensuring a professional and supportive clinical environment.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.
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Requirements
Qualifications
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
ABOUT SOUTH TEXAS HEALTH SYSTEM – CLINICS
Join our South Texas Health System Clinics (formerly Valley Care Clinics) team! Providers with South Texas Health System (STHS) Clinics deliver high quality family medicine, health screenings and advanced specialized care to the people of the Rio Grande Valley. STHS Clinics is committed to delivering quality healthcare and service excellence. Our clinics are affiliated with South Texas Health Systems’ four acute care hospitals, behavioral health hospital, six freestanding emergency rooms and one joint venture hospital. Specially trained and highly experienced, our physician group treats a wide range of conditions using advanced technologies and minimally invasive techniques.
Website: sthsclinics.com
The Vascular/Echocardiography Technician is responsible for the independent operation of echocardiography and/or vascular ultrasound equipment within the clinic, performing high quality diagnostic examinations and effectively communicating critical findings to the interpreting physician.
At STHS Clinics, Cardiology we are proud to be the first in the Rio Grande Valley to implement dedicated one-hour time slots for complete echocardiogram studies, a standard established in 2025. This model reflects our commitment to quality driven imaging, allowing for comprehensive examinations that support accurate interpretation and improved patient outcomes.
In addition, we emphasize workplace ergonomics to support staff longevity and performance. Our department utilizes specialized echocardiography and vascular beds and chairs designed to reduce physical strain and promote safe scanning practices.
The technician is expected to uphold the highest standards following IAC/ASE/ACR daily compliance, demonstrate self-motivation in professional growth, and maintain a positive, collaborative approach when interacting with physicians, sonographers, advanced practice providers, and all clinic staff.
At all times, technicians must provide courteous, respectful, and patient-centered care to patients and their families, ensuring a professional and supportive clinical environment.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
- Operating specialized ultrasound equipment to create images of the heart (Echocardiography) and vascular system (arteries/veins).
- Preparing patients for exams, explaining procedures, and reviewing medical history.
- Operating ultrasound equipment to perform diagnostic exams, such as carotid artery, peripheral vascular, and echocardiograms of the heart chambers and valves.
- Analyzing images to detect anomalies like blood clots, blockages, or aneurysm, and preparing preliminary reports.
- Schedule book for 8 to 10 patients per day.
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300 Subsidiaries!
- More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.
From Fortune, ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
Requirements
Qualifications
- Graduate of a Cardiovascular Technology program
- College level courses in anatomy, physiology and medical terminology preferred.
- Professional certification/registry is required. All sonographers must be credentialed as required by ICAEL.
- ARDMS registry and/or if registry eligible must complete registry within 1 year of employment
- CCI registry and/or if registry eligible must complete registry within 1 year of employment
- Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in providing Vascular and/or Echo procedures in a healthcare environment is required.
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information.
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.