Echo Sonographer Lead

Job description

Overview
Lead with heart. Scan with purpose. Grow with Legacy.
At Legacy Health, we believe that behind every ultrasound is a patient who deserves compassion, expertise, and care. As a Echo Sonographer Site Lead, you’ll not only provide exceptional imaging to help guide life-saving decisions—you’ll also lead and inspire a dedicated team of sonographers. Your work will directly support our mission of making life better for others.
As the Site Lead, you’ll blend your advanced cardiac sonography skills with leadership responsibilities to ensure smooth daily operations at your site. From performing complex echocardiograms to mentoring staff and optimizing workflows, your expertise will help deliver safe, high-quality care while creating a positive environment for patients and colleagues.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
• Lead & support your team – Coordinate day-to-day staffing, workflow, and training; act as a resource for complex cases and new technologies.
• Deliver expert imaging care – Perform a full range of echocardiography studies, including 2D/3D, Doppler, TEE, stress echo, bubble studies, and more.
• Champion quality & safety – Ensure the highest imaging standards, oversee equipment maintenance, and promote a safe, respectful patient experience.
• Collaborate across teams – Work closely with physicians, nurses, and management to achieve the best outcomes for patients of all ages.
• Mentor & grow – Onboard and guide new staff, share knowledge on advanced therapies, and help shape the future of cardiac imaging at Legacy.

What You Bring
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or equivalent
• Expertise in echocardiography for a wide range of patient populations (neonate to geriatric)
• Strong communication and leadership skills—you’re approachable, solution-oriented, and a natural collaborator
• Ability to place IVs, administer contrast, and manage emergent situations
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth

Qualifications
Education:
• Completion of accredited cardiac sonography or echocardiography certificate program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification.

Skills:
• Ability to conduct transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and structure in both outpatient and inpatient settings.
• Strong understanding of ultrasound technology and cardiac anatomy is essential.
• Ability to maintain operation and maintenance of ultrasound equipment to obtain high quality images of the heart.
• Ability to Assess images for clarity and relevance, selecting the most appropriate ones for physician review.
• Ability to document and prepare preliminary reports highlighting key observations for cardiologists.
• Ability to explain procedures clearly and interact effectively with patients and the healthcare team.May assist in clinical research and training of new staff or students.
• Technical proficiency and ability to navigate electronic health systems applicable to job functions.

Licensure
• The current state license in Sonography is required for all employees who perform this job in the state(s) of practice. In the state of Oregon, additionally, the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) license to practice is mandatory.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS) or Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credentials are required at the time of hire.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.

Why Legacy Health?
At Legacy, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that values inclusion, integrity, and compassion. We offer:
• A collaborative and supportive culture
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Competitive salary and benefits, including continuing education
• The chance to truly make a difference in people’s lives every day

Ready to join us?
If you’re passionate about cardiac sonography, dedicated to quality care, and ready to take on a leadership role, apply today and help us shape the future of heart health at Legacy.
Pay Range
USD $54.20 - USD $77.51 /Hr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you