Echo Cardio Echo Tech II PD

MLK Community Healthcare; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

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Job summary

MLK Community Healthcare in Los Angeles is seeking a skilled cardiac sonographer to perform a range of echocardiographic studies, including Doppler and stress testing. You will also assist with TEE procedures and interpret preliminary findings under physician guidance.

The ideal candidate holds ARDMS RDCS or CCI RCS credentials, at least two years of echocardiography experience, and a solid foundation in patient care. On-site role with opportunities to support a busy cardiology department.

Qualifications

• Completion of a sonography program with emphasis on echocardiography or equivalent on-the-job training.
• Minimum 2 years experience performing echocardiograms; ARDMS RDCS/RDMS or CCI RCS preferred.
• Credentialed with ARDMS or CCI certification as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs adult transthoracic 2D echocardiograms with doppler and stress tests.
• Assists with transoesophageal echocardiograms (TEE).
• Performs measurements and provides preliminary diagnostic findings.
• Prepares examinations by verifying orders and setting up equipment.
• Explains procedures to reduce patient anxiety and ensures comfort.
• Attaches leads and prepares sites for ECG/Echo.
• Reviews patient records and instructs patients prior to procedures.
• Monitors patients during procedures and reports abnormalities.
• Identifies artifacts and corrects for wandering signals.
• Edits and forwards results to physicians for interpretation.
• Maintains Echocardiography and Stress equipment and supplies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Echocardiography

ECG monitoring

Cardiac stress testing

Education

High School diploma or GED

Sonography program with echocardiography focus

ARDMS RDCS/RDMS or CCI RCS

Tools

Echo equipment

ECG/Echo/Stress equipment

Job description

Performs a range of highly specialized cardiac ultrasound investigations, utilizing a range of advanced techniques including pulsed and continuous wave Doppler, color flow mapping and tissue Doppler imaging. Produces tracings of heart electrical activity by setting-up electrocardiography (ECG) equipment; attaching electrodes to chest and equipment; operating and adjusting equipment; recording cardiac data and measurements; protecting and helping patients.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Performs adult transthoracic, 2D-M mode Color flow doppler echocardiograms, Pharmacological and Nuclear Stress Testing and Stress echocardiograms.

2. Assists with transoesphageal (TEE) echocardiograms.

3. Performs standard and complex measurements and techniques of quantification, to an accurate and reproducible level. Independently issues preliminary clinically-diagnostic findings in a competent (highly specialized) professional standard.

4. Prepares for examinations by checking Physician orders for specific examinations, equipment and available supplies; reviewing patient schedules; setting-up recording equipment; entering patient information into system.

5. Reduces patient anxieties by explaining procedures; answering questions.

6. Positions and applies electrodes and/or conductive gel as appropriate.

7. Connects leads from electrocardiograph, Echo or Stress equipment to electrodes on specified body areas.

8. Reviews patient’s record and instructs patients prior to procedures.

9. Monitors patient during procedures and reports any abnormal findings.

10. Identifies and corrects for wandering, interference, and artifact.

11. Edits and forwards results to attending physician for analysis and interpretation.

12. Maintains ECG, Echocardiography and Stress equipment and supplies.

13. Other duties, within scope, as assigned.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

A. Education

• High School diploma or GED equivalency.
• Completion of program related to sonography with emphasis on echocardiography or equivalent on-the-job training.

B. Qualifications/Experience

• Minimum 2-years experience in performing Echocardiograms. Candidates with less than two (2) years of experience will be considered with AS Degree level completion and at least 6 months experience.
• Credentialed with the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) as a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) or Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS) required. Candidates that are Registered Cardiac Sonographers (RCS) through Cardiovascular Credentialing International (CCI) and have 5 years of experience performing Cardiac Sonography will be considered in lieu of ARDMS Certification.

Equal Rights Employer

Applicants are considered for positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, military service, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws. This application is intended for use in evaluating your application for employment.

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MLK Community Healthcare

1680 E 120th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90059
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.mlkch.org

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