Echocardio Technologist

Echocardiograph Technician (Echo Tech)

Location: Boone, North Carolina | Non-Exempt

Why You’ll Love Working Here

As an Echocardiograph Technician (Echo Tech) at UNC Health Appalachian, you’ll play a critical role in patient diagnosis and care by performing high-quality echocardiography studies. You’ll combine technical expertise with compassionate patient interaction to produce accurate diagnostic information while supporting exceptional patient experiences.

This role is ideal for a detail-oriented sonographer who values ethical practice, teamwork, and continuous improvement in a mission-driven healthcare environment.

Compensation: Starts at $33.44 and is commensurate with education, experience, certification, and internal equity
Status: Non-Exempt
Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; student loan refinancing; paid parental leave; wellness incentives; employee discounts; and additional employee support programs.

Boone, North Carolina—nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains—offers outstanding quality of life with outdoor recreation, a vibrant downtown, excellent schools, and Appalachian State University.

What You’ll Do as an Echocardiograph Technician

• Perform echocardiography procedures to assist in diagnosis and treatment planning.

• Integrate technical skill and professional judgment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.

• Communicate effectively and compassionately with patients, families, physicians, and care teams.

• Deliver care that supports top-decile outcomes for patient experience, quality, and safety.

• Practice within the scope of certification and adhere to all regulatory and organizational requirements.

• Maintain echocardiography equipment, including reading and applying safety, operation, and maintenance guidelines.

• Respond promptly and accurately to changes in patient condition and emergency situations.

• Demonstrate accountability, efficiency, and professionalism in daily practice.

• Support coworkers, patients, families, and visitors as needed within scope of practice.

• Foster a collaborative, respectful, and healthy work environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Education

• Graduate of an AMA-accredited school of health science education required

• Registered or registry-eligible with the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) required

  • Certification must be obtained within one (1) year of hire (or within two (2) years if on-the-job trained)

Experience

• Proficiency with GE echocardiography equipment preferred

• Ability to read and interpret safety, operation, and maintenance manuals

• Intermediate computer, keyboarding, and data entry skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology

• Spanish-speaking ability preferred

Licensure & Certifications

• Registered or registry-eligible with ARDMS required

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required at time of hire

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association required as determined by department

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with patients, families, staff, and physicians

• Ability to work within the chain of command using positive verbal and non-verbal communication

• Competence in delivering safe, effective care within legal and organizational standards

• Strong customer service skills with a patient-centered approach

• Understanding of clinical workflows and care delivery processes

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented healthcare environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, position, push, pull, and/or transfer patients and equipment weighing 50 pounds

• Manual dexterity and functional mobility for patient care activities

• Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking

• Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, and turning

• Near visual acuity for detailed work (20 inches or less)

Work Environment

• Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious materials

• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and power equipment

• Exposure to odorous chemicals, specimens, and unpleasant environmental conditions

• Participation in emergency or crisis situations

• Requires flexibility to work days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts as assigned

• Regular exposure to acoustic energy

Ready to lead with compassion and excellence?
Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian and advance your nursing career while making a meaningful impact on patients, families, and your community.

About UNC Health Appalachian
UNC Health Appalachian is a premier healthcare provider in the High Country, operating three hospitals and a variety of medical services. We are committed to improving the health and quality of life for residents of the region.

About UNC Health
As part of the University of North Carolina system, UNC Health includes 14 hospitals and over 500 clinics, dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of North Carolinians.

Diversity and Inclusion
UNC Health Appalachian is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. Employment is contingent upon successful background checks and drug screening. For accommodations or additional information, contact arhsrecruitment@unchealth.unc.edu.

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