Echo Tech

CommonSpirit 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 and related cardiovascular imaging. You will operate ultrasound equipment, ensure patient comfort, and conduct a range of echocardiographic studies to support cardiology diagnoses.

Strong knowledge of cardiac anatomy and proficient technical and communication skills are essential; state-of-the-art equipment and a collaborative team environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience performing 2-D, M-Mode, and Color Flow Doppler Echo in adults.
• Graduate of a Cardiac Echo ultrasound program.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) required.
• RDMS or RDCS or RDCS family credentials required.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCDS) or equivalent credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic echocardiography procedures to assist in diagnosing cardiovascular conditions.
• Operate ultrasound equipment to capture high-quality cardiac images and data.
• Ensure patient comfort and perform range of echocardiographic studies.
• Select proper probes and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Assist cardiologists with interpretation of studies.

Skills

2-D Echo

M-Mode

Color Doppler

Cardiac anatomy

Education

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer (RDMS)

Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS)

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (RCS)

BLS/CPR Certification

Tools

Ultrasound equipment

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 Ultra Sound Equipment

Able to perform a complete array of Diagnostic Ultra Sound Procedures as ordered by a Physician.

Able to select proper probe to obtain excellent results for Cardiologist interpretation.

Able to trouble shoot equipment in determining possible failure.

Uses positioning and immobilization devices as appropriate in safe and effective manner

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 aCardiac 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 orRegistered 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.

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Pay Range

$48.95 - $60.79 /hour