Cardio Vascular Tech I Per Diem/Days

KPC GLOBAL MEDICAL CENTERS INC.; Menifee (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

KPC Global Medical Centers Inc. in Menifee, CA is seeking a cardiovascular technician to operate sonography and physiological pressure monitoring systems under general supervision.

The role requires knowledge of heart and vascular ultrasonography, report writing, and ability to manage emergency situations. A.A. degree and BLS plus vascular/cardiac ultrasound certification are preferred.

Qualifications

• AA degree in a related cardiopulmonary health field is desired or equivalent training.
• Minimum 1 year experience as cardiovascular technician in acute care.
• BLS certification and vascular/cardiac ultrasound certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized sonography and physiological pressure monitoring duties under supervision.

Skills

Cardiovascular tech

Ultrasound imaging

Report writing

Communication

Education

AA degree

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

Monitoring equipment

Diagnostic equipment

Job description

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Menifee, CA, US

14 days ago Requisition ID: 4105

Salary Range: $42.36 To $49.63 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

DEFINITION

Under general supervision, performs a variety of specialized technical duties involving the sonograph and physiological pressure monitoring systems; and performs other related duties as required.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way would be:

Education

Possession of A.A. degree in related cardiopulmonary health science or closely allied health field is desired or post high school vocational/specialized training.

Experience

Minimum of one (1) year experience preferred as cardiovascular technician in an acute care hospital setting preferably in cardiac echo/vascular sonography department.

Licensure/Certification

BLS certification.

Certified in vascular and cardiac ultrasound

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Anatomy and Physiology.
• Ultrasonography of the heart and vascular anatomy.
• Diagnostic and monitoring equipment.
• Ultrasound techniques and examinations
• Report writing.

Ability to:

• Operate equipment used in monitoring and other diagnostic equipment.
• Manage emergency or crisis situations; requires judgment/action which could result in undesirable patient outcomes.
• Understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field of expertise.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Prepare necessary reports and records.

AGE-SPECIFIC COMPENTENCY

Maintains, demonstrates and is assessed on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide for physical, psychosocial and cultural needs appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.