Senior Ultrasound Technologist - Laguna Hills Multispecialty - FT Days
About The Position
Incumbent perform the full range of cardiac diagnostic ultrasound procedures and the more complex specialized procedures on adult and pediatric patients. This includes M-mode, 2 & 3 dimensional, color Doppler, pulsed Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, transesophageal echo, pharmacological and exercise stress echo, Holter monitors and ECGs. Recognizes and describes abnormal findings and tailors the procedure to provide a comprehensive exam. The cardiac sonographer makes the decision as to when an echo contrast agent &/or agitated saline injections according to the CVC policy. Will prepare and position patients, adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest, operate various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems. Will rotate shifts and assignments as needed, including after hour on-call. The Sr. Ultrasound Technologist assists in the training of fellows and students as assigned.
Requirements
- Must possess A.R.D.M.S. and/or CCI Certification
- Must have two years experience in cardiac ultrasound
- Must have two years experience in adult echocardiology
- Ability to regularly travel locally to Ambulatory Clinic off-site locations
- Basic Life Support Certification
- Must be able to provide proof of work authorization
Nice To Haves
- Registered in pediatric echocardiography - RDCS
- Must have two years of college with emphasis in Allied Health Sciences, preferably Diagnostic Medical Sonography
Responsibilities
- Perform the full range of cardiac diagnostic ultrasound procedures and more complex specialized procedures on adult and pediatric patients.
- Include M-mode, 2 & 3 dimensional, color Doppler, pulsed Doppler, continuous wave Doppler, transesophageal echo, pharmacological and exercise stress echo, Holter monitors and ECGs.
- Recognize and describe abnormal findings and tailor the procedure to provide a comprehensive exam.
- Make decisions regarding echo contrast agent and/or agitated saline injections according to CVC policy.
- Prepare and position patients.
- Adjust equipment to best demonstrate area of interest.
- Operate various stationary and portable equipment and imaging systems.
- Rotate shifts and assignments as needed, including after hour on-call.
- Assist in the training of fellows and students as assigned.
Benefits
- medical insurance
- sick and vacation time
- retirement savings plans
- access to a number of discounts and perks
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
