Sr. Echocardiographic Technician (Per Diem) - Cardiology, Burbank

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health seeks an experienced Echo Technologist to perform 2D, M-mode, and Doppler studies under supervision. You will prepare preliminary interpretations and maintain records, while coordinating with Cardiac Imaging Physicians and management for urgent cases.

Requirements include a Cardiac Echocardiography Technology Program graduate status, ARDMS-RDCS credentials AE/PE, and at least 3 years of adult or pediatric/fetal echo experience. BLS is also required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Cardiac Echocardiography Technology Program is required.
• ARDMS-RDCS credentials AE (adult) and PE (pediatric) preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of adult or pediatric/fetal echo tech experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform 2D echoes, M-mode and Doppler studies.
• Notify physicians for urgent or pre-operative readings and prepare preliminary interpretations.
• Maintain records for echo studies and ensure billing accuracy.

Skills

Ultrasound technique

Anatomy knowledge

Manual dexterity

Independent worker

Education

Graduate of Cardiac Echocardiography Technology Program

ARDMS-RDCS AE

ARDMS-RDCS PE

Tools

Word processing

Echo machine operation

Job description

Description

In this position, under the supervision of the UCLA Cardiac Imaging Physicians, you will perform all 2-dimensional echoes, M-mode, and Doppler studies. Responsibilities include notifying Cardiac Imaging Physicians for any urgent and/or Pre-Operative Echo Readings, preparing preliminary interpretation of those studies, and preparing and maintaining records pertinent to echo studies. You will also perform other duties as assigned and directed by the UCLA Cardiac Imaging Physicians and Manager.

Salary: $77.66 hourly

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate of Cardiac Echocardiography Technology Program
  • Adult: ARDMS-RDCS (AE)
  • Pediatrics: ARDMS-RDCS (PE)
• At least 3 years of Adult or Pediatric/Fetal echo tech experience
• BLS Card from AHA or ARC
• Knowledge and ability to apply knowledge of cardiac anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Ability to apply theory to practice in the application of ultrasound technique to the clinical evaluation of the target anatomy.
• Ability to push the 500+ lb. echo machine for distances up to 100 feet within the office.
• Skill and manual dexterity to manipulate transducer and buttons, and knobs on the echo machine to obtain optimal studies.
• Knowledge, skill, and ability to use P.C. and word processing software to generate written preliminary reports.
• Knowledge, skill, and ability to make preliminary evaluations of echo studies to generate written preliminary reports.
• Ability to prepare and maintain log of procedures, track charge documents, compare activity records, and determine that all studies are billed and collected for.
• Ability to work independently and complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal to no direction.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, physicians, nurses, staff, and others in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to read, interpret, apply, and/or follow physician orders, policies, procedures, or written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to deliver basic cardiac life support (BCLS)