Echo Tech

Dignity Health; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 84,543 - 98,002; Full time

Job summary

A health care organization is seeking an Echo Tech for St. Joseph's Medical Center in Stockton, California. In this entry-level role, you will utilize advanced sonographic equipment to capture detailed images critical for diagnosis. The position requires excellent communication skills and a background in cardiovascular technology. Preferred qualifications include certifications as a Registered Cardiac Sonographer and Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer. The pay range is $61.37 - $71.14 per hour.

Qualifications

• Theoretical background in basic electronics and hemodynamic measurements.
• Basic Life Support – CPR certification through American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Utilize advanced sonographic equipment to record images of organs and tissues.
• Monitor and care for patients ensuring their safety and comfort.
• Select and examine images for pathologies.

Skills

Patient service and communication skills

Technical proficiency

Attention to detail

Education

Completion of an approved AMA program for cardiovascular technology

Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI)

Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer

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Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Sonographer, you will utilize advanced sonographic equipment to record detailed images of blood, organs, tissues, and bodily masses, including unborn fetuses, providing critical visual data for diagnosis and prenatal care. Every day you will directly interact with patients, explaining procedures, answering questions, and preparing them for scans. You will meticulously operate sonographic equipment, adjusting settings and patient positions to ensure clear, diagnostic images. You will monitor and care for patients to ensure their safety and comfort, select and examine images for pathologies, and present preliminary findings to Physicians. To be successful in this role, you will possess excellent patient service and communication skills, sharp eyesight, and meticulous attention to detail. You will demonstrate strong technical proficiency, sound judgment, and advanced decision-making skills to effectively capture and interpret sonographic data, ensuring optimal diagnostic support.

Job Requirements

• Theoretical background in basic electronics, hemodynamic measurements, exercise stress testing, cardiac sonography, and vascular procedures.
• Basic Life Support – CPR certification through American Heart Association.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of an approved (AMA) program for cardiovascular technology or other allied health field with certificate preferred.
• Membership in national organization for cardiovascular technologists is desirable.
• Registered Cardiac Sonographer (CCI).
• Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer.

Position Details

• Seniority Level – Entry level
• Employment Type – Full-time
• Job Function – Health Care Provider
• Industry – Hospitals and Health Care

Where You'll Work

St. Joseph's Medical Center is a member of Dignity Health. The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for, showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. St. Joseph's Medical Center was founded in 1899 under the direction of the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael and is a not-for-profit, fully-accredited regional hospital with 395 beds, a physician staff of over 400 and more than 2400 employees. Specializing in cardiovascular care, comprehensive cancer services, and women and children's services, including neonatal intensive care, St. Joseph's is the largest hospital, as well as the largest private employer, in Stockton, California. Nationally recognized as a quality leader, St. Joseph's is consistently chosen as the most preferred hospital by local consumers.

Pay Range

$61.37 - $71.14 /hour