Echocardiograph Technologist I

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Woodland Hills, CA seeks an Echocardiography Technologist to perform transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms, including Doppler studies, and to prepare studies for cardiologist interpretation. The role requires maintaining equipment, documenting results, and collaborating with medical staff.

Applicants should have at least one year of echocardiography experience with Doppler, graduate from an accredited program (or equivalent on-the-job training), and hold ARDMS

Qualifications

• Minimum one year in echocardiography with Doppler.
• Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program or equivalent on the job training.
• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Certificate (ARDMS) OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate (ARDMS).

Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanente policies and procedures; ensures equipment is operational.
• Performs echocardiography including 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, color flow mapping, and stress studies.
• Explain procedures to patients; obtain consent; prepare and document results for interpretation.
• Maintain logs and files; coordinate with physicians and staff; assist in quality assurance.

Skills

Echocardiography Doppler

Education

Accredited echocardiography program

Job description

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs echocardiograph procedures and prepares study for interpretation by cardiologist. Reviews data and may confer with the appropriate medical personnel. Reviews medical record to identify significant medical history. Supports the philosophy and complies with policies and procedures of the organization at the Cardiology Department.

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Performs diagnostic studies to include 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, color flow mapping, Stress. Transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms. Record and maintain a daily log and files of studies performed. Aids in preparation of records for interpretation, collection, and distribution of diagnostic data and reports. Ensure equipment is operational and available for procedures. Participate in developing and conducting in-service programs and patient care classes. Performs echocardiograph procedures, obtains necessary images, prepares study for interpretation by cardiologist, reviews data and may confer with appropriate medical personnel. Reviews medical record to identify significant medical history, which may include, but not limited to maintenance of equipment, supplies, logs, and files. Supports philosophy and complies with policies/procedures of organization and medical office department.
• Patient and Health Care: Explain examination, test and medical procedures and purpose of it. Review, explain and clarify physician orders with patient or parent. Lift patients. Observe machine monitors. Perform routine diagnostic test. Assist physicians and medical staff with procedures, diagnostic examinations and treatments. Restrain or support patient during procedures. Other procedures include Echocardiogram, Stress Test, and ultrasonic examinations. Schedule, cancel or reschedule patient appointments. Review patient records from medical information. File information in patient chats. Obtain patient signature on consent forms. Record diagnostic test results. Assist patients with personal correspondence needs. Record and chart patient data. Prepare set-up sheets for physicians/therapists. Submit chart worksheets. Interview patients and collect patient data. Review patient charts to evaluate patients and identify significant conditions. Compile data for quality assurance. Prepare exam results for interpretation by physicians. Read and/or interpret tracings and note findings.
• Read and assess diagnostic test abnormalities. Consults with physician concerning test results and alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities. Issue report on findings. Look up and report test results as requested. Prepare lab worksheets. Call provider on positive test results. Perform accurate measurements and calculations on diagnostic test procedures. Index studies for future reference. Cut and mount tracings, which best represent test patterns. Maintain current records of all testing. Record and maintain log of procedures and teaching files. Prepare periodic workload statistics. Review logs for accuracy and completeness.
• Equipment and Instruments: Ensure equipment is available for procedures and examinations. Fill request for equipment and supplies. Maintain and order supplies. Inventory and replenish equipment and supplies. Rinse and clean instruments and equipment. Arrange for equipment repair. Assemble/disassemble equipment and interments. Calibrate and adjust equipment in preparation for and during procedures. Load paper and tape into computer printer. Deliver and return equipment. Operate ultrasound equipment including B-mode and real-time equipment. Operate mobile ultrasound equipment. Operate equipment and reduce data from invasive (cardiac catheterization) and non-invasive diagnostic techniques. Clean and sterilize instruments, supplies and equipment. Clean, lubricate and perform routine preventive maintenance. Maintain equipment in good working order. Perform minor adjustments and/or repairs on equipment. Test equipment. Clean work area.
• Administrative and other: Participate in developing and conducting in-service programs and patient care classes. Answer telephones and take messages. Locate personnel by paging system or beeper. Coordinate department activities with other departments. Prepare department work schedules. Attend conferences, meetings and in-service training programs. Assist provider in patient examinations and procedures. Consult with provider concerning procedures and patient condition. Follow standard infection control procedures. Monitor and evaluate test readings during procedures. Prepare and position patients for diagnostic test and medical procedures. Shave and apply antiseptic solutions to patient skin areas. Take, record and monitor patient vital signs. Assist physician during ultrasound examinations. Attach EKG electrode leads. Perform echocardiograph diagnostic procedures. Treat patients using continuous mechanical ventilation. Assist physician in locating tumors. Assist in cardiac procedures.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs echocardiograph procedures and prepares study for interpretation by cardiologist. Reviews data and may confer with the appropriate medical personnel. Reviews medical record to identify significant medical history. Supports the philosophy and complies with policies and procedures of the organization at the Cardiology Department.

Essential Responsibilities

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Performs diagnostic studies to include 2-D, M-Mode, Doppler, color flow mapping, Stress. Transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiograms. Record and maintain a daily log and files of studies performed. Aids in preparation of records for interpretation, collection, and distribution of diagnostic data and reports. Ensure equipment is operational and available for procedures. Participate in developing and conducting in-service programs and patient care classes. Performs echocardiograph procedures, obtains necessary images, prepares study for interpretation by cardiologist, reviews data and may confer with appropriate medical personnel. Reviews medical record to identify significant medical history, which may include, but not limited to maintenance of equipment, supplies, logs, and files. Supports philosophy and complies with policies/procedures of organization and medical office department.
• Patient and Health Care: Explain examination, test and medical procedures and purpose of it. Review, explain and clarify physician orders with patient or parent. Lift patients. Observe machine monitors. Perform routine diagnostic test. Assist physicians and medical staff with procedures, diagnostic examinations and treatments. Restrain or support patient during procedures. Other procedures include Echocardiogram, Stress Test, and ultrasonic examinations. Schedule, cancel or reschedule patient appointments. Review patient records from medical information. File information in patient chats. Obtain patient signature on consent forms. Record diagnostic test results. Assist patients with personal correspondence needs. Record and chart patient data. Prepare set-up sheets for physicians/therapists. Submit chart worksheets. Interview patients and collect patient data. Review patient charts to evaluate patients and identify significant conditions. Compile data for quality assurance. Prepare exam results for interpretation by physicians. Read and/or interpret tracings and note findings.
• Read and assess diagnostic test abnormalities. Consults with physician concerning test results and alert physicians to positive test results or test abnormalities. Issue report on findings. Look up and report test results as requested. Prepare lab worksheets. Call provider on positive test results. Perform accurate measurements and calculations on diagnostic test procedures. Index studies for future reference. Cut and mount tracings, which best represent test patterns. Maintain current records of all testing. Record and maintain log of procedures and teaching files. Prepare periodic workload statistics. Review logs for accuracy and completeness.
• Equipment and Instruments: Ensure equipment is available for procedures and examinations. Fill request for equipment and supplies. Maintain and order supplies. Inventory and replenish equipment and supplies. Rinse and clean instruments and equipment. Arrange for equipment repair. Assemble/disassemble equipment and interments. Calibrate and adjust equipment in preparation for and during procedures. Load paper and tape into computer printer. Deliver and return equipment. Operate ultrasound equipment including B-mode and real-time equipment. Operate mobile ultrasound equipment. Operate equipment and reduce data from invasive (cardiac catheterization) and non-invasive diagnostic techniques. Clean and sterilize instruments, supplies and equipment. Clean, lubricate and perform routine preventive maintenance. Maintain equipment in good working order. Perform minor adjustments and/or repairs on equipment. Test equipment. Clean work area.
• Administrative and other: Participate in developing and conducting in-service programs and patient care classes. Answer telephones and take messages. Locate personnel by paging system or beeper. Coordinate department activities with other departments. Prepare department work schedules. Attend conferences, meetings and in-service training programs. Assist provider in patient examinations and procedures. Consult with provider concerning procedures and patient condition. Follow standard infection control procedures. Monitor and evaluate test readings during procedures. Prepare and position patients for diagnostic test and medical procedures. Shave and apply antiseptic solutions to patient skin areas. Take, record and monitor patient vital signs. Assist physician during ultrasound examinations. Attach EKG electrode leads. Perform echocardiograph diagnostic procedures. Treat patients using continuous mechanical ventilation. Assist physician in locating tumors. Assist in cardiac procedures.
• Assume other activities and responsibilities from time to time as directed.

Experience

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum one year in echocardiography with Doppler.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

Education

• Graduate of an accredited echocardiography program or equivalent on the job training.

License, Certification, Registration

• Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer Certificate from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers OR Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer Certificate from American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers

Additional Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate working knowledge of echocardiograph equipment and procedures.
• Ability to maneuver echocardiograph equipment which may exceed 500 lbs.
• Must be able to communicate in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing. Consistently demonstrates the knowledge, skills, abilities, and behaviors necessary to provide superior and culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, and to customers, contracted providers, and vendors.

Notes

• Must be willing to travel between all current and future locations.

Primary Location: California,Woodland Hills,Woodland Hills Medical Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1

Shift: Day

Workdays: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun,

Working Hours Start: 06:30 AM

Working Hours End: 05:00 PM

Job Schedule: Per Diem

Job Type: Standard

Worker Location: Onsite

Employee Status: Regular

Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B01|SEIU|Local 399

Job Level: Individual Contributor

Department: Woodland Hills Med Center - Cardiology-Reg Clinic - 0806

Pay Range: $68.83 - $76.24 / hour

Kaiser Permanente strives to offer a market competitive total rewards package and is committed to pay equity and transparency. The posted pay range is based on possible base salaries for the role and does not reflect the full value of our total rewards package. Actual base pay determined at offer will be based on labor market data, internal alignment, and a candidate's years of relevant work experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic location.

Travel: Yes, 75 % of the Time

Work Setting: Onsite

Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to fair, respectful, and inclusive workplaces. Applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic or status.