Echo Tech

Dignity Health; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health – Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, CA seeks an Echo Tech/Sonographer to perform diagnostic echocardiography studies and operate ultrasound equipment for cardiac imaging. You will capture high-quality images, interpret basic data, and support cardiology providers in diagnosing cardiovascular conditions.

The role requires proficiency in 2-D, M-Mode, and Color Flow Doppler echo, with CPR/BLS certification and relevant cardiac echo training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and 1–3 years echo technologist experience.
• Graduate of a cardiac echo ultrasound program.
• CPR/BLS certification at hire or upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic echocardiography to aid diagnosis and treatment.
• Operate ultrasound equipment to capture cardiac images and data.
• Assist cardiologists with interpretation and patient comfort.
• Select appropriate probes and troubleshoot equipment as needed.

Skills

2-D Echo

M-Mode

Color Doppler

CPR

Education

High School Diploma

Cardiac Echo Ultrasound Program

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As an Echo Tech/Sonographer, you will perform diagnostic echocardiography procedures to assist in diagnosing and treating cardiovascular conditions. Every day you will operate ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality cardiac images and data, ensuring patient comfort and performing a range of echocardiographic studies. To be successful, you will possess a strong understanding of cardiac anatomy, proficient technical skills, and effective communication abilities to provide exceptional diagnostic services.

Operation of Cardiac Ultrasound Equipment

Able to perform a complete array of diagnostic ultrasound procedures as ordered by a Physician. Able to select proper probe to obtain excellent results for cardiologist interpretation. Able to troubleshoot equipment in determining possible failure. Uses positioning and immobilization devices as appropriate in safe and effective manner.

Required

Job Requirements

• High School Graduate General Studies and 1-3 years Technologist will have a minimum of 1 year experience performing 2-D, M-Mode, and Color Flow Doppler Echo's on adults., upon hire or
• Technologist will have graduated from a Cardiac Echo ultrasound program., upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer, upon hire or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer, upon hire or
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer CCI, upon hire or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Adult Echo, upon hire or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Fetal Echo, upon hire or
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Pediatric Echo, upon hire or
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Fetal Echo, upon hire

Preferred

• Experience and competence in performing Echos on Pediatric patients, upon hire

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1956, Dignity Health - Memorial Hospital is a 385-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Bakersfield, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, maternity care, and orthopedics. Additionally, Memorial Hospital has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, and its Lauren Small Children's Center is the first comprehensive pediatric program in Kern County. One Community. One Mission. One California.

Pay Range

$48.95 - $60.79 /hour