Senior Echocardiography Technician - Cardiac Ultrasound Expert

UCLA Health; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 186,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Burbank, CA, is seeking an experienced Echo Technician to perform 2D echoes, M‑mode, and Doppler studies under Cardiac Imaging Physicians. You will prepare preliminary interpretations, notify physicians of urgent findings, and maintain records for all echo studies.

The role requires ARDMS-RDCS credentials for adult and pediatric/fetal studies, a Cardiac Echocardiography Technology program degree, and at least 3 years of echo experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Cardiac Echocardiography Technology Program is required.
• ARDMS-RDCS AE for adult echo and ARDMS-RDCS PE for pediatric echo.
• At least 3 years of adult or pediatric/fetal echo tech experience.
• BLS Card from AHA or ARC.
• Knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Ability to apply ultrasound technique to clinical evaluation.
• Ability to move and operate heavy echo equipment.
• Proficiency with PC and word processing to generate reports.
• Ability to prepare and maintain logs for billing and records.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks timely.
• Strong interpersonal skills with patients and staff.
• Ability to read and follow physician orders.
• Ability to deliver BCLS.

Responsibilities

• Perform 2D echoes, M‑mode, and Doppler under physician supervision.
• Notify physicians of urgent/pre-operative readings and provide preliminary interpretations.
• Prepare and maintain records for echo studies; assist with billing audits.

Skills

ARDMS-RDCS AE

ARDMS-RDCS PE

3+ years echo experience

BLS Certification

Cardiac anatomy knowledge

Ultrasound technique application

Equipment handling (echo machine)

PC/word processing/reporting

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Ability to follow physician orders

Basic Life Support (BCLS)

Education

Graduate of Cardiac Echocardiography Technology Program

Tools

PC

Echo equipment operation

Job description

UCLA Health in Burbank, CA, is seeking an experienced Echo Technician to perform 2D echoes, M‑mode, and Doppler studies under Cardiac Imaging Physicians. You will prepare preliminary interpretations, notify physicians of urgent findings, and maintain records for all echo studies.

The role requires ARDMS-RDCS credentials for adult and pediatric/fetal studies, a Cardiac Echocardiography Technology program degree, and at least 3 years of echo experience.